Highway Maintenance Worker II: Heavy Equipment Operator

Position: Highway Maintenance Worker II: Heavy Equipment Operator (61033813)
Salary: $47,840.00 - $59,500.00 Annually
Location : Dorchester County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 184226
Agency: Department of Transportation-District 6
Opening Date: 01/15/2026
Closing Date: 1/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: KC53
Position Number::
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Work Schedule:

: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN
06
Hiring Range - Min.: $47,840.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $59,500.00
Opening Date: 01/15/2026
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures::
*** You MUST demonstrate in the education and/or work experience sections of the application that you at least meet the minimum qualifications noted for the position.
*** Apply online and fully complete all sections of the application. A resume may be provided, but will not substitute for completing any section of the application. Accurately respond to all Supplemental Questions since they are part of your official application and are used to initially screen applicants. If the selected candidate indicates attainment of a college degree(s), he/she may be required to provide an official college transcript within thirty (30) calendar days of employment.

Failure to provide documentation within the required time frame may result in termination of employment. SCDOT District 6 Human Resources Office at 6355 Fain St., North Charleston, SC 29406, .
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities
Operates and maintains heavy motorized equipment (e.g.; tractor with ditcher, backhoe, excavator, motor grader, truck mounted road patcher, slope mower, dozer crawler, etc.) used in various phases of roadway maintenance. Roadway maintenance includes re-grading shoulders and ditches, cleaning and repairing sideline and outfall ditches, and clearing right-of-ways. Performs skilled manual labor in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the State highway system.

Examples include constructing and repairing drainage structures, machining and grading dirt roads, all within Dorchester County. Coordinates the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone according to the SCDOT Work Zone Traffic Control and Field Guide to warn motorists. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, to include operating heavy duty equipment. May include being available for extended working hours or 12 hour shifts.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

One (1) year of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. 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.
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 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 Comments

Applications accepted on-line .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 .

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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