Summary
This job involves patrolling roads to help stranded drivers, clearing debris from accidents, and supporting emergency teams during incidents in South Carolina.
It also includes maintaining equipment, entering data into systems, and handling changeable message boards for traffic updates.
A good fit would be someone reliable and physically fit who enjoys outdoor work in all weather and has basic experience in roadside assistance or similar hands-on roles.
Full Job Description
Performs motorist assistance on assigned patrol routes, assisting emergency response agencies during incidents, clearing travel lanes of disabled vehicles and debris, and aiding stranded motorists. Responds to emergency situations deemed necessary. Records SHEP Responder response activities from incident scenes and prepares written reports of Responder activities at major incident scenes. Accurately inputs response data into computer database. Performs routine maintenance on and is knowledgeable about the operation and serviceability of vehicles and accountability of equipment assigned to the SHEP Responder team. Responds to tasking to safely mobilize, set up, perform 90 day PMI´s and test Changeable Message Boards. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
A high school diploma and six (6) months of related experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. Necessary Special Requirement: Employee must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license.
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 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.
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.