Summary
This job involves operating heavy machinery like cranes and trucks to maintain and repair highways and bridges in South Carolina, while also handling manual labor and setting up safe work zones around traffic.
It's ideal for someone with hands-on experience in construction or equipment operation who is physically fit, comfortable working outdoors in tough weather, and ready for long or emergency shifts.
Candidates should enjoy teamwork and training others on bridge work.
Key Requirements
- 3.5 years of related work experience in maintenance, construction, or equipment operation, or equivalent
- Valid motor vehicle operator’s license
- Obtain Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 6 months of hire
- Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, climbing, and working on uneven terrain
- Experience operating heavy equipment such as cranes, backhoes, and trucks
- Knowledge of traffic control setup per SCDOT guidelines
- Availability for extended hours, 12-hour shifts, and emergency/inclement weather work
Full Job Description
Operates specialized equipment that may include, but is not limited to, a Boom Truck, Snooper Truck, or 75 ton Crane, during all phases of maintenance bridge repair activities and construction. Performs skilled bridge maintenance worker functions and operates heavy equipment to include backhoes and lowboy truck tractors. Operates a specialized crawler crane during maintenance bridge repair activities and construction. Performs skilled manual labor and operates light to heavy duty tools in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system. 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. Assists with training on the construction and/or maintenance of bridges. Inspects motorized vehicles and equipment including Crane, Crawler and informs supervisor of necessary repairs. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, to include operating medium or heavy duty equipment. May include being available for extended working hours or 12- hour shifts. Performs other related duties as assigned. Requirements
Three and one-half (3.5) 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.