Highway Maintenance Worker II: Medium Equipment Operator

Responsibilities

Operates and maintains medium motorized equipment on the Drainage Crew such as, but not limited to:
Aggregate Spreader, Belt Loader, Combination Tractor with Side Mounted Mower, Large Roller >4 Tons, Skid Steer Loader and Tandem Dump Truck in the maintenance of highways. Performs duties using manual labor, in such maintenance tasks as clearing of right‑of‑way, cleaning drainage/ditches, repairing shoulders, patching potholes, making base repairs, paving driveways, laying side line/cross line pipe, grading and setting forms, laying bricks/blocks, repairing and building, pouring/finishing concrete/cement for curbs, gutters, sidewalks, driveways, catch basins, etc.

Performs traffic controls, operations for work zones, to include flagging traffic for the safety of the crew and the public, during various phases of roadway maintenance.

Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations and is on call for after‑hour emergencies. Performs other related duties as assigned.

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 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.

Works 40 hours per week under normal conditions. Works outside in heavy traffic and all weather conditions. Subject to dust, excessive noise and traffic hazards for a period of time. Work overtime as necessary.

Applications accepted online .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 .

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.