Highway Maintenance Worker II: Medium Equipment Operator

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains medium motorized equipment used in various phases of roadway maintenance (e.g., tandem dump truck, belt loader, aggregate spreader, skid steer loader, large roller, etc.)
• Operates medium motorized equipment for construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system.
• Examples include re‑grading shoulders and ditches, cleaning and repairing sideline and outfall ditches, clearing right‑of‑ways, constructing and repairing drainage structures, machining and grading dirt roads, all within Dorchester County.
• Coordinates 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.
• Performs right‑of‑way management activities using electric/gas‑powered tools such as chain saws, weed eaters, drills, jacks, wrenches, pavement breakers, air compressors, pumps, generators, sprayers, etc.
• Picks up litter, debris, and dead animals.
• Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, including operating medium duty equipment.
• May be required for extended working hours or 12‑hour shifts.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Six (6) months of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• A valid motor vehicle operator’s licence is required.
• Requires attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver’s Licence (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.

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 843‑740‑1665.

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.