Highway Maintenance Worker II: Heavy Equipment Operator (61035361)
State of South Carolina
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Highway Maintenance Worker II - Heavy Equipment Operator (61035101)
State of South Carolina
Department of Transportation-District 7
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 like mowers and tractors to maintain highways by cutting vegetation, trimming trees, and clearing right-of-ways in South Carolina.
Workers also set up traffic controls for safety, inspect and maintain their equipment, and respond to emergencies or bad weather, sometimes working long shifts.
It's a good fit for someone with hands-on experience in outdoor maintenance who is physically fit, reliable in tough conditions, and eager to get a commercial driver's license.
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, climbing, and walking on rough terrain
- Comfort working in all weather conditions, near traffic, and handling emergencies outside normal hours
- Knowledge of safety inspections and preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment
Full Job Description
Performs duties of HEO with Holly Hill Maintenance. Operates slope mower on SCDOT right-of-way. Performs a variety of vegetation management activities using equipment such as tractor with large mower.
Coordinates the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone according to the SCDOT Work Zone Traffic Control and Field Guide to warn motorists.
Operates chain saw in cutting trees on right of way and operates a weed eater around signs and guardrails. Conducts safety inspection on all assigned vehicles and equipment.
Performs preventive maintenance on equipment as outlined in equipment specifications. Performs duties during inclement weather and after hour emergencies. May be required to work 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.
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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