Roadway Maintenance Pro: Medium Equipment Operator CDL

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a motivated worker to operate and maintain medium‑duty equipment, including tandem dump trucks and skid steer loaders, plus related gear for roadway projects. The role involves clearing rights‑of‑way, repairing shoulders, patching potholes, base repairs, paving and traffic control to protect workers and the public.

A valid driver's license is required, with CDL obtained within six months.

Qualifications

• Six months of related work experience, or equivalent.
• Must have a valid motor vehicle operator's license, with CDL required within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain medium-duty equipment including tandem dump trucks, skid steer loaders, aggregate spreaders, and other listed machinery.
• Perform road maintenance tasks such as clearing rights-of-way, ditch cleaning, patching potholes, base repairs, paving, and shoulder work.
• Control traffic and ensure worker/public safety; respond to emergencies and on-call duties as required.

Skills

Equipment operation

Traffic control

Manual labor

Job description

The South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a motivated worker to operate and maintain medium‑duty equipment, including tandem dump trucks and skid steer loaders, plus related gear for roadway projects. The role involves clearing rights‑of‑way, repairing shoulders, patching potholes, base repairs, paving and traffic control to protect workers and the public.

A valid driver's license is required, with CDL obtained within six months.