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Posted: January 6, 2026 (9 days ago)

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Highway Maintenance Worker - Small Equipment Operator (61035370)

State of South Carolina

Department of Transportation-District 5

Recent

Location

South Carolina, 29210

Salary

$41,600 - $54,100

per year

Closes

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Job Description

Summary

This job involves operating small equipment like dump trucks to transport materials for road maintenance in Florence County, South Carolina, while also performing manual labor and ensuring safety by directing traffic.

Workers assist in setting up work zones and respond to emergencies or bad weather, which may require long shifts.

It's a good fit for physically fit individuals who enjoy hands-on outdoor work and are willing to get a commercial driver's license.

Key Requirements

  • Valid motor vehicle operator’s license upon hire
  • Obtain Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 6 months
  • Ability to perform manual labor with hand tools and small equipment
  • Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in demanding conditions (bending, stooping, climbing)
  • Comfort walking on rough terrain and working near traffic
  • Availability for extended hours, overtime, nights, weekends, and emergencies during inclement weather

Full Job Description

Operates small equipment such as a standard dump truck hauling materials such as clay, dirt, asphalt, and pipe to secondary and primary roads in Florence County. Flags traffic to ensure safety of co-workers and traveling public. Assists with the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone. Performs manual labor using hand tools and small equipment. Assists with emergency and inclement weather operations, may include extended hours and/or 12 hour shifts.

Requirements

There are no minimum training or experience requirements for this classification. 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.

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Posted on NEOGOV: 1/6/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/7/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-sc-5188110