Summary

This job involves traveling routes to help stranded drivers with things like fuel, tire changes, and jump starts, while also stepping in as a supervisor when needed and assisting with traffic incidents.

It requires working outdoors in all weather, near fast-moving traffic, and mentoring other team members.

A good fit would be someone reliable with hands-on mechanical skills, a calm demeanor under pressure, and experience in roadside assistance or emergency response.

Key Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Two years of related experience in roadside assistance or emergency response
Valid motor vehicle operator's license
Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and perform manual tasks
Excellent vision and manual dexterity
Willingness to work outside normal hours and in inclement weather
Comfort working near heavy and fast-moving traffic

Full Job Description

Travels assigned routes, assisting stranded motorists with vehicle services such as fuel, water, tire changes, jump starts, etc. Acts as the Assistant SHEP Supervisor and assumes the duties of the supervisor in their absence. Travels assigned routes, assisting emergency response agencies during incidents. Clears travel lanes of disabled vehicles and debris and assists with emergency traffic control. Records incident response activities at incident scenes, and communicates this information, as needed, to the Traffic Management Center Dispatcher. Inputs all recorded data daily. Serves as a mentor and lead trainer for all responders. Assists in the cleaning and maintaining of incident response vehicles and facilities as directed. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

A high school diploma and two (2) years of related experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. Necessary Special Requirement: Employee must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license.

The physical demands for the essential function involves manual dexterity, excellent vision, and may require lifting up to 60 lbs. May work outside of normal scheduled work week and during inclement weather. Work environment is generally in a truck and 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 3 HR at 864-239-6044.

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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