Highway Maintenance Worker II: Heavy Equipment Operator (61035361)
State of South Carolina
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Highway Maintenance Worker II: Bridge Crew Equipment Operator (61033310) **RE-ADVERTISEMENT**
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 equipment and performing hands-on tasks to build, repair, and maintain bridges and highways for the state transportation department.
Workers handle everything from driving machinery like excavators and trucks to manual labor such as pouring concrete and setting up traffic controls, often in tough outdoor conditions.
It's a good fit for someone with experience in construction or equipment operation who is physically fit, reliable during emergencies, and comfortable working long hours in all weather.
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, climbing, and walking on uneven terrain
- Willingness to work extended hours, 12-hour shifts, and during inclement weather or emergencies
- Knowledge of safe operation of heavy equipment and tools
- Familiarity with traffic control setup per SCDOT guidelines
Full Job Description
**This is a re-advertisement. Previous applicants are still being considered for this position
and do not need to re-apply**
and do not need to re-apply**
Operates heavy duty equipment in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and cleaning of bridges on the state highway system to include, but not be limited to Backhoes, Lowboy Truck Tractors, and Excavators. Performs skilled manual labor in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of bridges on the state highway system. Work may include grading, setting forms pouring / finishing concrete, repairing and cleaning drainage structures, etc. Assists in the daily vehicle checklist and daily equipment inspections, ensuring that all forms are complete accurately and in a timely manner. Inspects and operates motorized vehicles and equipment and informs supervisor of necessary repairs. Performs and assists with training in skilled manual labor and operates light to heavy duty tools to include circular saws, drills, band saws, chainsaws, grinders, jack hammers, torches, etc. in a safe productive manner in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system. 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. Operates equipment that may include, but is not limited to a concrete mixer, dump truck, forklift, snow plow , spreader, sweeper, tractor with broom, or roller. 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
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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