Summary

This job involves leading a team to maintain and repair roads, bridges, and highway signs in South Carolina, while ensuring safety and proper documentation of all work.

It requires operating heavy machinery, setting up traffic controls, and handling tasks like litter cleanup or emergency responses during bad weather.

A good fit would be someone with hands-on experience in construction or maintenance who is physically fit, safety-focused, 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 operate heavy equipment like motor graders, backhoes, and excavators
Knowledge of safety practices including flagging and traffic control
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

Serves as crew leader coordinating various construction, repair, and preservation activities of roads within a county or section of county ensuring that all work performed is recorded in the maintenance data management system. Instructs crew members daily in safety practices such as flagging operations, wearing safety equipment, vehicle safety, or job site hazards. Assists Crew Foreman as needed. Operates heavy-duty equipment such as motor grader, backhoe, and excavator for the preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system. Operates tools and small equipment pertaining to Sign assets such as pneumatic hammers, impacts, drills, pressure washers, compressors, etc. Coordinates the 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. Picks up litter, debris, and dead animals. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations. May include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts. 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.

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

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 3 HR at 864-239-6044.

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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Highway Maintenance Worker III - Crew Leader (61036733)

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