Highway Maintenance Worker - Heavy Equipment Operator

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy‑duty equipment such as a combination front‑end loader and backhoe to clean out drainage ditches and install sideline and crossline pipe.
• Operate medium‑duty equipment such as a tandem dump truck to haul concrete pipe, asphalt, dirt, and coquina to and from job sites.
• May function as a lead worker in a small crew engaged in minor patching operations and/or driveway repairs.
• Assist in the pickup and disposal of dead animals and debris on the right‑of‑way.
• Conduct safety inspections on all assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Assist in emergency and inclement weather operations, which may include extended hours and/or 12‑hour shifts.
• May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.

• One (1) year of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
• Must attain 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.

A resume may be included but cannot substitute for completing the education, work experience, or any other sections of the application. All supplemental questions are considered part of the application and must be completed.

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.