Highway Maintenance Worker II: Heavy Equipment Operator; 61033023 *Re-Advertisement

Job Responsibilities

Operates heavy motorized equipment on the Hot Crew such as, but not limited to, Backhoe, Excavator, Front End Loader, Lowboy Truck Tractor, Motor Grader, Road Patcher, Truck Mounted, Slope Mower, and Tractor with Ditcher. Provides daily safe work practices. This includes, but is not limited to flagging operations, PPE, vehicle safety, CDL inspections, hazardous material waste, and other related work practices.

Performs various duties including manual labor or operating equipment in such maintenance tasks as clearing of right‑of‑ways, cleaning and grading drainage ditches, repairing shoulders, patching potholes, making base repairs, paving driveways, laying pipes, building catch basins and pouring concrete for curbs, sidewalks and raised medians. Assists in traffic control operations for work zones, to include flagging traffic for the safety of the crew and the public, during various phases of roadway maintenance.

Assists with inclement weather operations, may include operation of medium and heavy equipment and being available for extended working hours and / or 12 hour shifts. Performs other related duties as assigned.

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

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.

Eligible employees may enroll in health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; paid vacation and sick leave; and work‑life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules for certain state agencies. Insurance Benefits include prescription coverage and wellness benefits, dental, vision, term life insurance, long‑term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child‑care expenses. Retirement Benefits:
State employees are also offered defined benefit and defined contribution plans, including a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace Benefits:
Eligible state employees may also be eligible for tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note:

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time‑limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.