Summary

This job involves operating small equipment like dump trucks to transport materials, patching potholes, clearing roadside debris, and setting up traffic control for highway maintenance in South Carolina.

Workers also assist during emergencies, bad weather, or snow removal to keep roads safe.

It's a good fit for someone who is physically fit, enjoys hands-on outdoor work, and is willing to get a commercial driver's license quickly.

Key Requirements

Valid motor vehicle operator’s license upon hire
Obtain Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 6 months
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks like bending, stooping, climbing, and walking on rough terrain
Comfort working outdoors in all weather conditions, near traffic, and with hazards like noise and grease
Availability for overtime, nights, weekends, and emergencies including inclement weather
No minimum education or experience required

Full Job Description

At Lexington Maintenance, operates a 5 yard dump truck to haul pipe, debris, signs, and equipment to and from the job site. Picks up materials from vendor making sure all loose material is cleaned off truck and tarp is in place before operations. Performs preventive maintenance on truck and keeps record of the same. Drives defensively and in a courteous manner. Assists with the operation of the injection patcher. Patches potholes by cleaning out hole and adding emulsion and stone or placing hot or cold mix in and tamp also for a good seal. Removes any loose materials from site. Tolls should be secured before leaving site. Loads and unloads signs and material for traffic control work. Ensures signs are placed for traffic control according to the SC MUTCD. Flags traffic in high and low volume areas for the safety of the crew, equipment, and motorists. Assists to operate a tandem dump truck. Clears the right-of-way and removed dead trees by using a hand axe, sling blade, and chain saw. Assists with emergencies and hazardous weather events are required. Assists in proper snow plow and sanding techniques.

Requirements

There are no minimum training or experience requirements for this classification. Necessary Special Requirement: A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required upon entry to the position. 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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