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Posted: March 24, 2026 (1 day ago)

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Highway Maintenance Worker I - Small Equipment Operator (61035474)

State of South Carolina

Department of Transportation-District 3

Fresh

Location

South Carolina, 29201

Salary

$41,600 - $54,100

per year

Closes

April 9, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves operating small construction equipment like dump trucks and rollers, managing roadside vegetation with tools such as chainsaws and sprayers, and helping set up safe work zones by directing traffic and placing signs.

Workers also pick up litter and debris, assist during emergencies or bad weather, and may need to work long shifts.

It's a good fit for someone who is physically fit, enjoys outdoor hands-on work, and is reliable in tough conditions without needing prior experience.

Key Requirements

  • Valid motor vehicle operator’s license
  • Obtain Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 6 months
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Physical capability for bending, stooping, climbing, and walking on rough terrain
  • Comfort working near moving traffic and in environmental hazards
  • Availability for extended hours, 12-hour shifts, and inclement weather work

Full Job Description

Operates small equipment such as a dump truck, roller (<=4 tons), and sweeper. Performs a variety of vegetation management activities using equipment such as powered hand tools (i.e., chain saws, weed eaters, and backpack herbicide sprayers, etc.) Assists with the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone. Serves as a flagger to safely direct and control traffic in maintenance work zones. Picks up litter, debris, and dead animals. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations. This may include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts. Performs other related duties as assigned.

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 involves bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and grasping. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside normal scheduled work week; especially during inclement weather.

Additional Information

Applications accepted on-line at careers.sc.gov. Supplemental questions are considered part of the application and must be completed. Additional questions regarding the application process should be directed to: District 3 HR at 864-239-6044.

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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Posted on NEOGOV: 3/24/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/25/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-sc-5281901