Highway Maintenance Worker II: Heavy Equipment Operator (61035361)
State of South Carolina
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Highway Maintenance Worker II: Heavy Equipment Operator (61033023) **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 machinery to maintain and repair highways, such as digging ditches, patching roads, and clearing areas, while following safety rules to protect the crew and public.
It also includes manual labor tasks like building curbs or handling traffic during work zones, and being ready for long shifts during bad weather.
A good fit would be someone with hands-on experience in construction or equipment operation who is physically fit, safety-focused, and comfortable working outdoors in tough conditions.
Key Requirements
- One year of related work experience or equivalent
- Valid motor vehicle operator’s license
- Attainment of Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six months
- Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, stooping, and working on uneven terrain
- Safe work practices knowledge, including flagging, PPE, and vehicle inspections
- Availability for extended hours, 12-hour shifts, and inclement weather operations
- Exposure to outdoor elements, noise, and hazards near traffic
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 motorized equipment on the Hot Crew such as, but not limited to, Backhoe, Excavator, Front End Loader, Lowboy Truck Tractor, Motor Grader, Road Patcher, Truck Mounted, Slope Mower, and Tractor with Ditcher. Provides daily safe work practices. This includes, but is not limited to flagging Operations, PPE, Vehicle Safety, CDL inspections, Hazardous Material Waste, and other related work practices. Performs various duties including manual labor or operating equipment in such maintenance tasks as clearing of right-of-ways, cleaning and grading drainage ditches, repairing shoulders, patching potholes, making base repairs, paving driveways, laying pipes, building catch basins and pouring concrete for curbs, sidewalks and raised medians. Assists in traffic control operations for work zones, to include flagging traffic for the safety of the crew and the public, during various phases of roadway maintenance. Assists with inclement weather operations, may include operation of (medium and heavy) equipment and being available for extended working hours and / 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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