Roadway Maintenance Technician I (CDL within 6 mo)

South Carolina Department of Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a maintenance worker to support the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system. Under direct supervision, you will assist with a wide variety of maintenance tasks and operate standard equipment.

The role requires a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Class A CDL within six months; it also involves lifting up to 50 lbs, working outdoors in all weather, and sometimes extended hours or

Qualifications

• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
• Must obtain Class A CDL within six months of placement.
• Lifts up to 50 lbs and performs physically demanding tasks.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and extended hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintenance, construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system.
• Operate dump trucks and other standard equipment for hauling materials and supporting maintenance work.
• Perform vegetation management, sign maintenance, drainage cleaning, pothole patching, and paving tasks.
• Participate in emergency or inclement weather operations and on-call duties.

Skills

Physical stamina

Manual labor

Safety awareness

Operate heavy machinery

Job description

South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a maintenance worker to support the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system. Under direct supervision, you will assist with a wide variety of maintenance tasks and operate standard equipment.

The role requires a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Class A CDL within six months; it also involves lifting up to 50 lbs, working outdoors in all weather, and sometimes extended hours or