Highway Maintenance Worker II: Medium Equipment Operator (61033458)
State of South Carolina
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Highway Maintenance Worker II - Heavy Equipment Operator (61031533)
State of South Carolina
Department of Transportation-District 6
Location
South Carolina, 29201
Salary
$47,840 - $59,500
per year
Type
Full-Time
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March 26, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves operating heavy machinery like backhoes and loaders to maintain and repair road shoulders, along with manual labor and directing traffic in work zones for safety.
Workers also help with emergency responses during bad weather, storms, or snow, which may require long shifts.
It's a good fit for someone with hands-on experience in construction or maintenance who doesn't mind physical work outdoors and can handle unpredictable hours.
Key Requirements
- One year of related work experience or equivalent
- Valid motor vehicle operator’s license
- Obtain Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six months
- Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, stooping, and walking on rough terrain
- Comfort working near moving traffic and in all weather conditions
- Availability for overtime, extended hours, 12-hour shifts, and on-call emergencies
- Experience or ability to operate heavy equipment such as backhoes, motor graders, and front-end loaders
Full Job Description
Serves as heavy equipment operator on the Shoulder Crew and operates backhoes, lowboy truck tractors, motor graders, and front end loaders to perform maintenance on roadways.
Performs manual labor in maintenance and repair of shoulders.
Perform traffic controls operations for work zones, to include flagging traffic for the safety of the crew and the public, during various phases of roadway maintenance.
Assists in on call operations for after-hours emergencies, and Snow and Ice Plan and Hurricane Lane Reversal Plan.
Assists with inclement weather operations, may include operation of equipment (medium and heavy) and being available for extended working hours and/or 12-hour shifts.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
One (1) year of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. 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.
Physical Requirement: 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. Works overtime as necessary.
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 6 HR at 843-740-1665.
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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