Summary

This job involves operating small construction equipment like dump trucks and sweepers to maintain and repair highways, performing hands-on tasks such as patching roads and clearing ditches, and helping with traffic safety during work.

It's ideal for someone who is physically fit, enjoys outdoor manual work, and can handle varying weather conditions and emergency situations.

No prior experience is needed, but you'll need to get a commercial driver's license soon after starting.

Key Requirements

Valid motor vehicle operator’s license at hire
Obtain Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 6 months
Ability to perform physical labor including lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, stooping, and working on uneven terrain
Comfort working outdoors in all weather conditions and near traffic
Availability for overtime, nights, weekends, and emergencies like snow removal
No minimum education or experience required

Full Job Description

At Sumter Maintenance, operates small equipment on the Work Order-2 crew such as 5 yard and 8 yard dump trucks for hauling materials such as asphalt, soil, pipe, debris and other construction materials for roadway repair. Operates self-propelled sweeper, 4 ton roller and pipe washer as needed for roadway repairs. Performs manual labor in maintenance, repair and cleaning drainage structures, ditches, driveway installation and minor roadway patching. Assists with traffic control operations for work zones, to include flagging traffic for the safety of the crew and the public during various phases of roadway maintenance. Operates and maintains electric/gas powered equipment such as chain saw, weed eaters, power drills, leaf blowers, concrete saw, concrete mixer, etc in various phases of roadway maintenance. Assists in the operation of standard dump truck with snow plow attachment and salt spreader to remove snow and ice from the roadway and bridges. Assists with other emergency operations.

Requirements

There are no minimum training or experience requirements for this classification. Necessary Special Requirement: A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required. Requires attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of placement in the position.

The physical demands for the essential functions of this position involve bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, grasping and physically manipulating objects of varying size, shape, weight, and material. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. This position requires walking for extended periods, treading rough and uneven terrain, and working in close proximity to motoring traffic and natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies. Frequently exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions, noise, and oil or grease on a daily basis.

Additional Information

May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.

Non-Discrimination Statement: The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

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Highway Maintenance Worker I Small Equipment Operator (61032729)

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