Roadway Maintenance Operator - CDL Required & 12-Hour Shifts

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a maintenance worker to support road and bridge upkeep across the state highway system. The role involves skilled manual labor, equipment operation, and traffic-control coordination to ensure safe work zones.

The position may require extended hours or 12-hour shifts and may involve duties during inclement weather. A CDL is required within six months of placement, with at least 6 months of related experience and a valid license.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months of related work experience or an approved equivalent.
• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
• Requires attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled manual labor in construction, repair and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system.
• Operates medium equipment including tandem dump trucks for hauling materials during various maintenance tasks.
• Coordinates placement of traffic control devices to set up work zones per the manual and field guide.
• Picks up litter, debris, and dead animals; assists in emergencies and inclement weather operations.
• May require extended hours or 12-hour shifts; performs other duties as assigned.

Education

CDL (Class A) License

Job description

South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a maintenance worker to support road and bridge upkeep across the state highway system. The role involves skilled manual labor, equipment operation, and traffic-control coordination to ensure safe work zones.

The position may require extended hours or 12-hour shifts and may involve duties during inclement weather. A CDL is required within six months of placement, with at least 6 months of related experience and a valid license.