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Posted: January 14, 2026 (1 day ago)

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Highway Maintenance Worker - Small Equipment Operator (61033216)

State of South Carolina

Department of Transportation-District 5

Fresh

Location

South Carolina, 29210

Salary

$41,600 - $54,100

per year

Closes

January 29, 2026More State jobs →

Job Description

Summary

This job involves operating small equipment like dump trucks to transport materials for road maintenance, performing hands-on tasks such as patching roads, digging ditches, and installing driveways, and directing traffic to keep work zones safe.

It also includes helping during emergencies or bad weather, which might mean longer shifts.

A good fit would be someone physically strong who enjoys outdoor work, doesn't mind getting dirty, and is reliable in tough conditions.

Key Requirements

  • Valid motor vehicle operator’s license
  • Obtain Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 6 months
  • Ability to perform manual labor including bending, stooping, lifting up to 50 lbs, and working on uneven terrain
  • Comfortable working near moving traffic and in all weather conditions
  • Willingness to work extended hours, overtime, nights, weekends, or 12-hour shifts during emergencies or inclement weather
  • No minimum education or experience required

Full Job Description

Operates standard dump truck in hauling maintenance materials such as coquina, dirt, and reinforced concrete pipe, which is used in the daily work activities such as skim patching, paving, concrete, laying pipe, and ditching. Assists on the small patch crew performing manual labor in keeping state roads patched and in safe condition for the traveling public. Flags traffic during road repair to control flow of traffic to protect equipment, workers, and the general public. Performs manual labor in the installation of driveways and the cleaning of ditches and driveway pipes. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operation, may include extended work hours and/or 12 hours 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. 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: 1/14/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/15/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-sc-5199737