Roadway Maintenance & Heavy Equipment Operator

Doc PersonalBeratung GmbH; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation in Columbia seeks a maintenance operator to support roadwork and paving projects. This role involves operating tandem dump trucks, asphalt rollers, and skid steers, and coordinating traffic control to ensure safe work zones.

Candidates should have at least six months of related experience or an approved equivalence and must obtain a Class A CDL within six months of placement.

Qualifications

• Six months of related work experience or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• Requires attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six months of placement in the position.

Responsibilities

• Operate tandem dump trucks for hauling materials (asphalt, limestone, dirt, soil, debris).
• Operate asphalt roller and assist in skid steer operations.
• Coordinate placement of traffic control devices to set up maintenance work zones per SCDOT guidelines.
• Assist in emergency/inclement weather operations; may include overtime, night shifts, and extended hours.
• Work in outdoor environments and maintain safety around traffic and environmental hazards.

Skills

CDL Class A

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Job description

The South Carolina Department of Transportation in Columbia seeks a maintenance operator to support roadwork and paving projects. This role involves operating tandem dump trucks, asphalt rollers, and skid steers, and coordinating traffic control to ensure safe work zones.

Candidates should have at least six months of related experience or an approved equivalence and must obtain a Class A CDL within six months of placement.