Roadway Maintenance Technician I

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

State of South Carolina, Department of Transportation, is seeking a maintenance worker to support road and bridge upkeep on the state highway system. The role involves operating heavy equipment, performing sign installation, vegetation management, and routine maintenance tasks on county projects.

Position may require extended hours, on-call support, and adherence to fleet safety policies. Training may occur with CDL requirements and physical tasks on varied terrain.

Qualifications

• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
• CDL Class A within six months of placement.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Extended hours or on-call during emergencies may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintenance of roads and bridges on the state highway system.
• Operate dump trucks and equipment as assigned.
• Clear right-of-way, install/maintain signs, vegetation management.
• Patch potholes and perform base repairs; pave driveways.
• Flag traffic to protect workers and the public.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections and fleet safety compliance.
• Respond to emergencies and inclement weather operations.

Skills

Manual labor

Heavy equipment operation

Traffic control

Sign installation

Tools

Dump truck operation

Backhoe operation

Chipper operation

Job description

State of South Carolina, Department of Transportation, is seeking a maintenance worker to support road and bridge upkeep on the state highway system. The role involves operating heavy equipment, performing sign installation, vegetation management, and routine maintenance tasks on county projects.

Position may require extended hours, on-call support, and adherence to fleet safety policies. Training may occur with CDL requirements and physical tasks on varied terrain.