Summary

This job involves hands-on work maintaining South Carolina's highways and bridges, such as operating heavy machinery like backhoes and loaders to repair roads, pour concrete, and handle materials, while also setting up safe work zones and responding to emergencies.

It's ideal for someone with experience in construction or equipment operation who is physically fit, comfortable working outdoors in all weather, and ready for irregular hours during storms or crises.

The role combines practical labor with basic record-keeping to track daily tasks.

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, and climbing
Comfort working in rough terrain, near traffic, and in all weather conditions
Availability for overtime, 12-hour shifts, nights, weekends, and emergencies

Full Job Description

At Richland Maintenance, performs skilled manual labor and operates backhoe in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system. Examples include grading, setting forms, pouring/finishing concrete for curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and driveways; performs work on shoulders, ditches, drainage structures, etc. Operates a front end loader for loading material such as pipe, dirt, soil, construction material and debris. Coordinates the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone according to the SCDOT Work Zone Traffic Control Manual and Field guide to warn motorists. 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. Inspects roads for potholes and safety hazards. Performs administrative duties including maintaining daily records of work performed and materials used. Enters and updates information in HMMS and tracks maintenance requests and complaints.

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.

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

May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.

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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