Highway Maintenance Worker - Equipment Operator

Job Responsibilities

• Performs manual labor assisting with the installation and repair of drainage features such as catch basins, pipe, signs etc.
• Uses hand tools to assist with patching and other pavement repairs.
• Serves as flagger to safely direct and control traffic in maintenance work zones.
• Assists with the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up maintenance work zones.
• Operates small equipment, power and hand tools performing various maintenance tasks.
• Operates standard dump trucks, hauling materials to and from job sites.
• Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations may include extended hours and/or working 12-hour shifts.
• May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.

• There are no minimum training or experience requirements for this classification.
• Necessary Special Requirement: A valid motor vehicle operator’s license i s 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, grasping and physically manipulating objects of varying size, shape, weight, and material.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental‐related emergencies.

• A resume may be included but NOT substituted for completing the education, work experience, or any other sections of the application.
• 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.
• May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.