Highway Maintenance Worker II : Heavy Equipment Operator (61036007)

Full Job Description

Operates heavy duty motorized equipment on the Hot Crew such as, backhoe, front end loader, road patcher, truck mounted, and lowboy truck tractor to perform required maintenance to roadways. Works with temporary workers in conducting labor-intensive highway maintenance activities such as litter control, fence repair, guard rail repair and other tasks as necessary. 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. Removes litter, debris and dead animals from roadway and rights-of-way. Performs manual labor as necessary in maintaining grounds of SCDOT facilities, including the installation and maintenance of landscaping. Operates a 15 passenger van. Operates a chainsaw in cutting trees on rights-of-way. 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

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.