Highway Maintenance Worker - Medium Equipment Operator (61035342)

Full Job Description

Operates medium duty equipment such as a tandem dump truck hauling materials to and form job sites. Operates medium duty equipment such as a large roller > 4 tons. Performs manual labor on highways and shoulders while patching with asphalt, ditching roadside ditches, cleaning and opening ends of pipes, loading/unloading materials, supplies, and equipment. Flags traffic during road repair and ditching operations to control the flow of traffic, to protect workers, general and traveling public, and equipment. Removes litter and dead animals from the R/W. Assists with emergency and inclement weather operations, may include extended hours and/or 12 hour shifts.

Requirements

Six (6) months of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. Necessary Special Requirement: A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required upon entry to the position. 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 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

A resume may be included but NOT substituted for completing the education, work experience, or any other sections of the application.

Supplemental Questions are considered part of the application and must be completed.

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.

May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.