Highway Maintenance Worker II: Heavy Equipment Operator (61035361)
State of South Carolina
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Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61035550)
State of South Carolina
Department of Transportation-District 7
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$44,720 - $59,500
per year
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves operating medium-sized equipment like dump trucks to maintain highways, installing and managing road signs, and keeping accurate records for maintenance projects in South Carolina.
Workers also help during bad weather or emergencies 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 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 extended hours, 12-hour shifts, and emergency response
Full Job Description
Job duties carried out under the direction of Orangeburg Maintenance. Operates medium equipment including tandem dump truck and belt loader.
Performs job tasks of assembling, installing, and maintaining signs to ensure they are properly mounted on posts and are erected to the proper height and distance as required by the Sign Manual.
Maintains an inventory and orders signs used for maintenance and construction projects assigned to Orangeburg Maintenance.
Maintains all necessary paperwork for accurate records to include daily, weekly, and monthly reports. Assists during inclement weather and after-hour emergencies.
May be required to work extended hours to include 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 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
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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