Highway Maintenance Worker I Small Equipment Operator (61035189)

About the Role

At Lee Maintenance, this position involves operating a Dump Truck and performing manual labor in various activities related to the construction, repair, and preservation of roads on the state highway system.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Dump Truck, Asphalt Kettle, and Small Roller in road construction, repair, and preservation activities.
• Perform manual labor tasks such as grading, setting forms, pouring/finishing concrete for curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and driveways.
• Work on shoulders, ditches, drainage structures, and pavement markings.
• Assist with the placement of traffic control devices and serve as a flagger to direct and control traffic in maintenance work zones.
• Lay various sized driveway and crossline reinforced concrete pipes in new driveway and drainage projects.
• Pick up litter, debris, and dead animals.
• Assist in emergency and inclement weather operations, including operating light equipment.
• May require extended working hours or 12-hour shifts.

Requirements

• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
• Must obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of placement in the position.

Physical Demands

• 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.
• Requires walking for extended periods, treading rough and uneven terrain, and working in close proximity to motoring traffic and natural environmental hazards.

Working Conditions

• Frequently exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions, noise, and oil or grease on a daily basis.
• May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies.
• May require overtime, nighttime, and/or weekend work during hazardous weather or emergencies.

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.