Roadway Maintenance Technician — CDL-Candidate Ready

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a dedicated highway maintenance worker to perform a range of field tasks, including operating light equipment and performing manual labor along roadways. Responsibilities include managing traffic control in work zones, supporting emergency operations, and complying with SCDOT safety guidelines.

A valid license is required, with CDL Class A to be obtained within six months of placement.

Qualifications

• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
• Requires attainment of a Class A CDL within six months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of highway maintenance activities using small equipment such as operating a dump truck and road patching equipment.
• Coordinates the placement of traffic control devices to set up a maintenance work zone according to the SCDOT Work Zone Traffic Control and Field Guide to warn motorists.
• Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations and may work extended hours or 12-hour shifts.

Job description

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a dedicated highway maintenance worker to perform a range of field tasks, including operating light equipment and performing manual labor along roadways. Responsibilities include managing traffic control in work zones, supporting emergency operations, and complying with SCDOT safety guidelines.

A valid license is required, with CDL Class A to be obtained within six months of placement.