Roadway Maintenance Operator - Small Equipment

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

State of South Carolina's Department of Transportation in South Carolina invites applications for a versatile highway maintenance worker. You will operate CDL-equipped trucks for shoulder repairs, patching, paving, ditching, and debris removal, and assist with heavier equipment during construction.

The role requires physical stamina, the ability to work outside in all weather, and readiness for extended hours or 12-hour shifts. A valid Class A CDL must be obtained within six months of placement.

Qualifications

• No formal training minimum; CDL Class A required within 6 months.
• Physical fitness to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors.
• Experience with highway maintenance and use of hand tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate dump and flatbed trucks for road maintenance and patching.
• Assist in heavy equipment operation and road construction tasks.
• Perform pre-operation inspection and safety checks.
• Control traffic with flagging to protect workers and public.
• Perform emergency and inclement weather operations as needed.

Skills

CDL Class A within 6 months

Physical labor

Traffic control

Equipment operation

Job description

State of South Carolina's Department of Transportation in South Carolina invites applications for a versatile highway maintenance worker. You will operate CDL-equipped trucks for shoulder repairs, patching, paving, ditching, and debris removal, and assist with heavier equipment during construction.

The role requires physical stamina, the ability to work outside in all weather, and readiness for extended hours or 12-hour shifts. A valid Class A CDL must be obtained within six months of placement.