Highway Maintenance Worker I: Small Equipment Operator (61034488)

Responsibilities

• Operates small motorized equipment on the Drainage Crew, such as dump truck, tractor with mower, and pipe washer in the maintenance of highways.
• Performs manual labor in maintenance, repair, and cleaning of drainage structures and ditches.
• Performs traffic control operations for work zones, including flagging traffic for the safety of the crew and the public during various phases of roadway maintenance.
• Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations and is on-call for after-hour emergencies.
• Safely operates and maintains electric/gas powered tools in various phases of roadway maintenance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 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 Requirements

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.
• Lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Walking for extended periods, treading rough and uneven terrain, and working in close proximity to motoring traffic and natural environmental hazards.
• Working outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies.
• Frequent exposure to outside environment in all weather conditions, noise, and oil or grease on a daily basis.

Benefits

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including:

• Insurance Benefits: Health insurance (including 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: Defined benefit and defined contribution plans, plus the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program (voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options).
• Workplace Benefits: Tuition assistance; holiday, annual, and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel, and more.

Note: Benefits are available to most state employees, with exceptions for those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for some or none of these benefits.