Roadway Maintenance Pro: Heavy Equipment Operator (CDL)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Richland Maintenance position within the South Carolina Department of Transportation requires skilled manual labor and operation of heavy equipment to construct, repair, and preserve roads and bridges on the state highway system. Responsibilities include grading, concrete work, drainage, and traffic control coordination in work zones.

Candidates must have at least one year of related experience or equivalent, and must obtain a Class A CDL within six months.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of related work experience or equivalent.
• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required upon entry to the position.
• Requires attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operate backhoe and perform road/bridge maintenance tasks.
• Operate tandem dump truck for hauling materials.
• Coordinate traffic control to set up work zones per guidelines.
• Assist in emergency weather operations and extended shifts as needed.
• Conduct pre-operation vehicle/equipment inspections.

Skills

Backhoe operation

Truck operation

CDL Class A license

Physical stamina

Job description

The Richland Maintenance position within the South Carolina Department of Transportation requires skilled manual labor and operation of heavy equipment to construct, repair, and preserve roads and bridges on the state highway system. Responsibilities include grading, concrete work, drainage, and traffic control coordination in work zones.

Candidates must have at least one year of related experience or equivalent, and must obtain a Class A CDL within six months.