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Posted: April 16, 2026 (5 days ago)

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Highway Maintenance Worker II: Medium Equipment Operator (61034729)

State of South Carolina

Department of Transportation-District 6

Fresh

Location

South Carolina, 29201

Salary

$44,720 - $59,500

per year

Closes

April 30, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves operating medium-sized equipment like loaders and dump trucks to maintain highways, especially for drainage and vegetation control, while also handling traffic safety and manual labor tasks.

Workers help during emergencies or bad weather and may need to work long shifts.

It's a good fit for someone with hands-on experience in construction or maintenance who is physically fit, reliable, and comfortable working outdoors in tough conditions.

Key Requirements

  • Six months 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 extended hours, 12-hour shifts, on-call duties, and emergencies

Full Job Description

Operates medium motorized equipment on the Drainage Crew, such as, but not limited to, Aggregate Spreader, Belt Loader, and Combination Tractor with Side Mounted Mower, Skid Steer Loader, Tandem Dump Truck and Tractor with Large Mower. Performs traffic control operations for work zones, to include flagging traffic for the safety of the crew and the public, during various phases of roadway maintenance. Performs manual labor in maintenance, repairs and clearing in the Vegetation Crew. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations and being on call for after hour emergencies. May include being available for extended working hours or 12 hours shifts. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Six (6) months 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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Posted on NEOGOV: 4/16/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 4/16/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-sc-5309594