Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61036896

Job Responsibilities

• Operates motorized equipment such as front-end loader and belt loader. Works with a maintenance crew working shoulders and ditches, cleaning pipes and ditches to include cleaning pipe ends, removing and replacing mailboxes, posts and highway signs. Operates a tandem dump truck for hauling materials, supplies and debris involved in shoulder operation. Uses proper safety equipment and tools to complete the job.
  
  Assist in inclement weather and 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.
• Additional Comments:
  Non Discrimination Statement:

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), disability or genetic information.