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State of South Carolina
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SHEP Responder I (61032899)
State of South Carolina
Department of Transportation-District 3
Location
South Carolina, 29201
Salary
$45,864 - $59,500
per year
Type
Full-Time
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April 8, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves driving along routes to help stranded drivers with things like tire changes, jump starts, and providing fuel or water, while also clearing road debris and assisting with traffic control during emergencies.
It requires working outdoors in all weather, often near fast-moving traffic, and keeping records of incidents.
A good fit would be someone reliable, physically fit, with a calm demeanor for dealing with the public and handling unexpected situations.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma and six months of related experience (or equivalent)
- Valid motor vehicle operator's license
- Ability to lift up to 80 pounds and perform physical tasks like bending, stooping, and climbing
- Corrected 20/20 vision and excellent hearing
- Willingness to work outside normal hours, including inclement weather and emergencies
- Successful completion of training in traffic control, basic first aid, CPR, hazardous material identification, and defensive driving
- Strong communication skills for interacting with co-workers, colleagues, and the public
Full Job Description
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 60 lbs. This position requires corrected 20/20 vision. 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 and noise on a daily basis. Work environment is generally in a truck and in close proximity to heavy and fast-moving traffic. Position requires attending and successfully completing training classes on diverse topics such as Traffic Control, Basic First Aid, CPR, Hazardous Material Identification, and Defensive Driving. Due to location and severity of incidents, this position will require working in close proximity to heavy, fast-moving vehicular traffic. Position requires mobility, manual dexterity, and excellent vision. Response duties may take longer than assigned hours; therefore, extra hours may be required. Position also requires the occasional working during inclement weather. Position requires the employee to deal with co-workers, professional colleagues, and the general public in a productive and courteous manner. Position requires sitting and/or standing for prolonged periods of time, seeing, hearing, and speaking. Position requires lifting and utilizing a variety of equipment and supplies, which may weigh up to 80 pounds.
Additional Information
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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