Highway Maintenance Worker II: Heavy Equipment Operator (61035361)
State of South Carolina
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Highway Maintenance Worker II: Heavy Equipment Operator (61036255)
State of South Carolina
Department of Transportation-District 6
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$47,840 - $59,500
per year
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves operating heavy machinery to maintain highways, such as clearing vegetation, fixing roads, and handling drainage, while also doing hands-on tasks like patching potholes and pouring concrete.
Workers will manage traffic safety during repairs and respond to emergencies like bad weather.
It's a good fit for someone with experience in construction or equipment operation who is physically fit, reliable in tough outdoor conditions, and comfortable getting a commercial driver's license.
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 lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks like bending, stooping, climbing, and walking on rough terrain
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather, near traffic, and during emergencies or after hours
- Experience or ability to operate heavy equipment and perform manual maintenance tasks
Full Job Description
Serves as a heavy equipment operator on the ROW Clearing Crew. Operates heavy duty motorized equipment such as motor grader, front end loader, tractor with ditcher, and slope mower in the maintenance of highways. Performs duties using manual labor, in such maintenance tasks as clearing of right-of-way cleaning drainage/ditches, repairing shoulders, patching potholes, making base repairs, paving driveways, laying side line/cross line pipe, grading and setting forms, laying bricks/blocks, repairing and building, pouring/finishing concrete/cement for curbs, gutters, sidewalks, driveway, catch basins, etc. Performs 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 emergency and inclement weather operations and being on call for after hour emergencies. 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.
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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