Highway Maintenance Worker II: Heavy Equipment Operator (61035361)
State of South Carolina
FreshPosted Jan 15
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Posted: January 2, 2026 (13 days ago)
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Highway Maintenance Worker III - Specialized Equipment Operator (61034424) **RE-ADVERTISEMENT**
State of South Carolina
Department of Transportation-District 3
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$50,960 - $66,800
per year
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves hands-on work maintaining and repairing bridges on South Carolina's highways, including operating specialized machinery like excavators and bucket trucks for tasks such as grading, concrete work, and painting.
Workers also set up traffic controls and handle emergency responses during bad weather, often requiring long shifts.
It's a good fit for someone with experience in construction or equipment operation who is physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in tough conditions.
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 perform physical tasks like lifting 50 lbs, bending, climbing, and walking on rough terrain
- Availability for extended hours, 12-hour shifts, and inclement weather work
- Knowledge of SCDOT Work Zone Traffic Control Manual for setting up work zones
- Experience operating heavy and specialized equipment
Full Job Description
**THIS IS A RE-ADVERTISEMENT. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT RE-APPLY. YOUR APPLICATION IS STILL BEING CONSIDERED.**Performs skilled manual labor and operates various equipment such as a mini excavator and a bucket truck in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of bridges on the state highway system. Examples include grading, mowing, sweeping, setting forms, pouring/finishing concrete, cutting, painting, installing and placing steel sections. Operates specialized equipment that may include, but is not limited, to a snooper truck and crawler. Performs a variety of bridge maintenance activities using equipment such as complex saws, power tools, measuring devices, and welders. Performs placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone according to the SCDOT Work Zone Traffic Control Manual and Field Guide to warn motorists. Operates equipment during emergency and inclement weather operations; may include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts. Operates heavy equipment that may include, but is not limited to, a lowboy truck tractor, excavator, and front-end loader. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
The physical demands for the essential functions involves bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and grasping. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside normal scheduled work week; especially during inclement weather.
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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