Roadway Maintenance Pro: Medium Equipment Operator

Doc PersonalBeratung GmbH; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a hands-on Equipment Operator to support roadway repairs and maintenance across state routes. The role involves operating a range of equipment, from tandem dump trucks to heavy loaders, and assisting with traffic control in maintenance zones.

The position requires six months of related work experience or equivalent, and a Class A CDL must be obtained within six months of placement.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months of related work experience or an approved equivalent.
• Requires attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operate medium equipment (e.g., tandem dump truck, roller) for roadway repairs and base work.
• Operate heavy equipment (backhoe, front-end loader) for loading/unloading materials.
• Assist with placement of traffic control devices and act as flagger in work zones.
• Perform skilled manual labor on shoulders, ditches, drainage structures and pothole patching.
• Operate small equipment (forklift, roller <4 tons, tractor with broom) for routine maintenance.
• Use powered tools (chainsaw, hand tools) for maintenance tasks.
• Support emergency/weather operations and extended shifts as needed.

Skills

CDL Class A

Equipment operation

Safety procedures

Job description

South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a hands-on Equipment Operator to support roadway repairs and maintenance across state routes. The role involves operating a range of equipment, from tandem dump trucks to heavy loaders, and assisting with traffic control in maintenance zones.

The position requires six months of related work experience or equivalent, and a Class A CDL must be obtained within six months of placement.