Senior Highway Maintenance Crew Lead

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

Job summary

State of South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a skilled maintenance worker to perform a wide range of road and bridge maintenance tasks on the state highway system. The role includes operating heavy equipment, installing signs, and leading a county crew in daily tasks.

Applicants must have two years of related experience and a Class A CDL within six months of placement, plus a valid driver’s license. On-call rotations and emergency weather support may be required.

Qualifications

• Two years of related work experience or equivalent.
• Must possess or obtain a Class A CDL within six months of placement.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Experience operating highway maintenance equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system.
• Operate heavy equipment and movement of materials for highway maintenance.
• Lead a county maintenance crew and coordinate work schedules and safety.
• Inspect vehicles and equipment; monitor maintenance programs to extend asset life.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Two years experience

CDL within 6 months

Safety training

Tools

Motor grader

Backhoe

Dump trucks

Job description

State of South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a skilled maintenance worker to perform a wide range of road and bridge maintenance tasks on the state highway system. The role includes operating heavy equipment, installing signs, and leading a county crew in daily tasks.

Applicants must have two years of related experience and a Class A CDL within six months of placement, plus a valid driver’s license. On-call rotations and emergency weather support may be required.