Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator

Position: Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61032344)
Salary: $44,720.00 - $59,500.00 Annually
Location : Oconee County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 185693
Agency: Department of Transportation-District 3
Opening Date: 02/26/2026
Closing Date: 3/12/2026 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.: $44,720.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $59,500.00
Opening Date: 02/26/2026
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: 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. Candidates must present documentation of their attainment of college degree(s) at the time of interview.

Documentation must be either an official or unofficial copy of the college transcript or Letter of Verification of Degree from the institution's Registrar's Office. If the candidate selected for the position provided an unofficial copy, it must be replaced with an official copy no later than thirty (30) calendar days after the effective date of employment. Failure to provide documentation within the required timeframe will result in termination of employment.

SCDOT Human Resources Office, 252 South Pleasantburg Drive, Greenville, SC 29607. Phone: .
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

Performs general highway maintenance worker functions and operates medium equipment such as tractor with large mower (>10' wide), skid steer loader, and tandem dump truck for hauling materials and performing other related job tasks as assigned. 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 grading, setting forms, pouring/finishing concrete for curbs, gutters, sidewalks; performing work on driveways, shoulders, ditches, and drainage pipes/structures; installing and repairing traffic signs and pavement markings; performing a variety of vegetation management activities; repairing potholes and base surface failures of roadway. Coordinates the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone according to the SCDOT Work Zone Traffic Control Manual and Field Guide to warn motorists.

Removes litter, debris, and dead animals from roadway and rights-of-way and assists supervisor with on call for after-hours emergencies as needed. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, to include operating medium or 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

Six (6) months 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.

The physical demands for the essential functions involves bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and grasping. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside normal scheduled work week; especially during inclement weather.

Additional Comments

Applications accepted on-line at 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 .

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),…