Highway Maintenance Worker I - Small Equipment Operator (61035869)
State of South Carolina
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Highway Maintenance Worker I - Small Equipment Operator (61035940)
State of South Carolina
Department of Transportation-District 7
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$41,600 - $54,100
per year
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This entry-level job involves hands-on maintenance of highways, such as clearing ditches, repairing roads, and operating small equipment like dump trucks to haul materials.
Workers also handle traffic control during repairs and assist with snow removal or debris cleanup in bad weather.
It's a good fit for physically fit individuals who enjoy outdoor work, have a valid driver's license, and are willing to get a commercial driver's license soon after starting.
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 and perform physical tasks like bending, stooping, climbing, and walking on rough terrain
- Comfort working outdoors in all weather conditions and near moving traffic
- Availability to work outside normal hours during emergencies or inclement weather
- No minimum education or experience required
Full Job Description
Works with maintenance crew on shoulders and ditches; cleans pipe, pipe ends; removes and replaces mailboxes, posts and highway signs.
Operates standard dump truck hauling materials that consist of asphalt, sand clay, limestone and various maintenance materials for work performed along right of way and surface repairs.
Flags traffic during road repairs to control flow of traffic, protect workers, equipment and general public.
Operates chain saw and various hand tools in the clearing of right of way along ditches and highways. Assists in the removal of snow/ice and debris during inclement weather.
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 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
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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