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Posted: December 30, 2025 (16 days ago)

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Highway Maintenance Worker III: Crew Leader (61036742)

State of South Carolina

Department of Transportation-District 6

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Location

South Carolina, 29210

Salary

$50,960 - $66,800

per year

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Job Description

Summary

This job involves leading a team to maintain and repair roads in Beaufort County, South Carolina, by operating heavy machinery and ensuring safe, efficient work practices.

A good fit would be someone with hands-on experience in construction or maintenance, strong leadership skills, and the ability to handle physically demanding tasks in all weather conditions.

The role requires quick problem-solving for issues like drainage or surface repairs while keeping accurate records of the work.

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 such as motor grader, excavator, backhoe, and slope mower
  • Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs, work in rough terrain, and endure extended outdoor exposure
  • Knowledge of safety practices including flagging, equipment use, and hazard management
  • Experience with scheduling, equipment maintenance, and record-keeping in systems like HMMS

Full Job Description

Serves as a crew leader coordinating various construction, repair, and preservation activities for roads within Beaufort County. Operates heavy equipment like motor grader, excavator, backhoe, and slope mower. Instructs crew members daily in safety practices such as flagging operations, wearing safety equipment, vehicle safety, or job site hazards. Ensures that all work performed is recorded in the Highway Maintenance Management System (HMMS). Assists the supervisor to investigate, recommend and/or take corrective action in connection with work requests for drainage, vegetation, surface repairs which are complex in nature. Manage time and equipment effectively in order to accomplish the goals of the unit as well as adjusting scheduled work to include work requests. Responsible for creating and implementing a weekly work schedule. Assists in maintaining 95% utilization of the equipment assigned to crew, as reported in the Department’s monthly utilization report. Responsible for verification that daily and monthly equipment maintenance reports are accurately completed and delivered in a timely manner to the shop supervisor and/or RMF. Performs work during inclement weather and emergency operations. May be required to work 12 hour shifts. Assists with on-call and on-call personnel. 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 Requirements: 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. Works overtime as necessary.

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: 12/30/2025 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 12/30/2025

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-sc-5181861