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Posted: February 20, 2026 (1 day ago)

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Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61034019)

State of South Carolina

Department of Transportation-District 3

Fresh

Location

South Carolina, 29210

Salary

$44,720 - $59,500

per year

Closes

March 7, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves operating medium-sized equipment like loaders and dump trucks to build, fix, and maintain state highways and bridges, along with hands-on tasks such as grading roads, setting up traffic controls, and cleaning up debris.

Workers also help during emergencies or bad weather, which might mean longer shifts.

It's a good fit for someone with basic experience in construction or equipment operation who is physically fit, has a driver's license, and doesn't mind outdoor work 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 environmental hazards
  • Availability for extended hours, 12-hour shifts, and inclement weather work

Full Job Description

Operates medium equipment such as belt loader, skid steer, and tandem dump trucks. Performs skilled manual labor and operates medium duty equipment in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system. Examples include: grading, installing driveways, or preforming work on the roadway shoulder. Coordinates the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone according to SCDOT Work Zone Traffic Control Manual and Field Guide to warn motorists. Picks up litter, debris, and dead animals. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, to include operating medium or heavy-duty equipment. May include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour 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.

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: 2/20/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/21/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-sc-5244993