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Posted: March 14, 2026 (1 day ago)

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Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61031745)

State of South Carolina

Department of Transportation-District 7

Fresh

Location

South Carolina, 29201

Salary

$44,720 - $59,500

per year

Closes

March 30, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves operating medium-sized equipment like dump trucks and backhoes to maintain and repair highways, including tasks such as paving roads, pouring concrete, and clearing ditches.

Workers also set up traffic controls, flag vehicles during repairs, and handle snow or debris removal in bad weather.

It's a good fit for someone with hands-on experience in construction or maintenance who is physically fit, has a driver's license, and can work 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 perform physical tasks like lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, stooping, and walking on uneven terrain
  • Comfort working near moving traffic and in all weather conditions
  • Availability to work outside normal hours during emergencies or inclement weather

Full Job Description

Operates tandem dump truck to haul various maintenance materials to and from worksites. Performs manual labor in the placement of asphalt surface courses on roadways and driveways. Perform manual labor in maintenance crew grading, setting forms, pouring and finishing concrete sidewalks, and construction of catch basins and drop inlets. Coordinates the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone according to the SCDOT Work Zone Traffic Control Manual. Assists in the operation of a backhoe in cleaning ditches and placing pipe. Flags traffic for road repairs to control flow of traffic to protect equipment, workers, and general public. Assists in the removal of snow/ice and debris during increment weather. 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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Posted on NEOGOV: 3/14/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/14/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-sc-5271046