Highway Maintenance Worker Equipment Operator

At Sumter Maintenance, operates small equipment on the Work Order-2 crew such as 5 yard and 8 yard dump trucks for hauling materials such as asphalt, soil, pipe, debris and other construction materials for roadway repair. Operates self-propelled sweeper, 4 ton roller and pipe washer as needed for roadway repairs. Performs manual labor in maintenance, repair and cleaning drainage structures, ditches, driveway installation and minor roadway patching.

Assists with traffic control operations for work zones, to include flagging traffic fo the safety of the crew and the public during various phases of roadway maintenance. Operates and maintains electric/gas powered equipment such as chain saw, weed eaters, power drills, leaf blowers, concrete saw, concrete mixer, etc in various phases of roadway maintenance. Assists in the operation of standard dump truck with snow plow attachment and salt spreader to remove snow and ice from the roadway and bridges.

Assists with other emergency operations.

There are no minimum training or experience requirements for this classification. 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.

May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.

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.