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Highway Maintenance Worker III: Crew Leader (61034807)

State of South Carolina

Department of Transportation-District 6

Fresh

Location

South Carolina, 29210

Salary

$50,960 - $66,800

per year

Closes

February 23, 2026More State jobs →

Job Description

Summary

This job is for a crew leader in highway maintenance, where you'll guide a team in tasks like repairing driveways, clearing roadsides, fixing drainage, and operating heavy machinery to keep roads safe and functional.

You'll also handle traffic control, safety training for your crew, and emergency responses during bad weather or storms.

It's a great fit for someone with hands-on experience in construction or maintenance who is physically fit, enjoys outdoor work, and can lead others effectively.

Key Requirements

  • Two years 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
  • Availability for on-call duties, extended hours, and emergencies including inclement weather
  • Experience operating heavy equipment and leading crews in maintenance operations
  • Knowledge of safety practices, traffic flagging, and work zone setup

Full Job Description

Serves as crew leader when crew is dispersed; may direct various phases of maintenance work such as residential driveway installation, repair, relocation and regular maintenance, clearing of R/W, drainage structures, crossline pipe repair, signs debris removal, etc. Instructs crewmembers daily in safety practices such as flagging operations, wearing safety equipment, vehicle safety, or when working with job site hazards. Operates heavy motorized equipment on the Hot Crew such as, but not limited to Backhoe, Cement Spreader, Excavator, Front End Loader, Lowboy Truck, Motor Grader, Slope Mower, and Tractor with Ditcher. Serves as crew leader in the constructing of 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. Flags traffic during road repairs to control flow of traffic to protect workers, general public and equipment. Assists with crew operations by entering daily work into HMMS, assigning daily tasks and crew assignments, assisting with the compilation of daily, weekly, monthly and annual reports and documents, and training subordinates on the operation of various maintenance equipment. Assists Crew Foreman as needed. Assists in on call operations for after hour emergencies, and Snow and Ice Plan and Hurricane Lane Reversal Plan. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Two (2) years 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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Posted on NEOGOV: 2/6/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/6/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-sc-5227083