Senior Highway Maintenance Operator (CDL)

State of South Carolina; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a skilled maintenance worker to operate heavy machinery and assist in bridge maintenance along the state highway system. Duties include equipment operation, manual labor, and possibly leading a small crew in daily tasks.

The role requires a valid operator's license with CDL to be attained within six months, and flexibility for extended or 12-hour shifts in adverse conditions. Safety and traffic control responsibilities are essential.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of related work experience or an approved acceptable equivalence.

Responsibilities

• Operates specialized and heavy equipment used for construction, repair and preservation of roads and bridges.
• Performs skilled bridge maintenance tasks and may lead a small crew when needed.
• Coordinates traffic control devices to set up work zones and assists in emergency weather operations.

Job description

South Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a skilled maintenance worker to operate heavy machinery and assist in bridge maintenance along the state highway system. Duties include equipment operation, manual labor, and possibly leading a small crew in daily tasks.

The role requires a valid operator's license with CDL to be attained within six months, and flexibility for extended or 12-hour shifts in adverse conditions. Safety and traffic control responsibilities are essential.