Roadway Maintenance Pro: Heavy Equipment Operator

State of South Carolina; Coventry Place (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a maintenance worker to operate and maintain heavy equipment for road and bridge projects in Dorchester County. Responsibilities include construction and repair of drainage structures, pothole patching, and setting up traffic control in work zones.

Requirements: at least one year of related experience, a valid driver's license, and CDL class A within six months of placement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of related work experience or an approved equivalent.
• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
• Must obtain a Class A CDL within 6 months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains heavy motorized equipment for road and bridge work.
• Performs construction, repair, and preservation tasks on state highways in Dorchester County.
• Coordinates placement of traffic control devices to set up maintenance zones.
• Assists in emergency/inclement weather operations and may work extended hours.
• Uses drills, saws, pavement breakers, air tools, and related equipment.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Tools

Concrete saw

Pavement breakers

Air compressor

Job description

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a maintenance worker to operate and maintain heavy equipment for road and bridge projects in Dorchester County. Responsibilities include construction and repair of drainage structures, pothole patching, and setting up traffic control in work zones.

Requirements: at least one year of related experience, a valid driver's license, and CDL class A within six months of placement.