Highway Maintenance Worker I - Small Equipment Operator (61032962)
State of South Carolina
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Highway Maintenance Worker III - Crew Leader (61031561)
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 is for a crew leader who oversees a team doing road repairs, construction, and upkeep in Spartanburg County, South Carolina, while making sure all tasks are safely done and properly documented.
It involves hands-on work like operating heavy machinery, setting up traffic controls, and handling emergencies or bad weather.
A good fit would be someone with a couple of years in similar outdoor labor, comfortable leading others, and able to handle physical demands 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 skilled manual labor and operate heavy equipment like backhoes, excavators, and dump trucks
- Knowledge of safety practices including flagging, equipment use, and work zone setup per SCDOT guidelines
- Physical ability to lift 50 lbs, work in rough terrain, and handle extended hours or inclement weather
- Experience coordinating crew activities and recording work in maintenance systems
Full Job Description
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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