Highway Maintenance Worker I: Small Equipment Operator (61036254)

Job Responsibilities

Operates small motorized equipment on the Shoulder Crew, such as, but not limited to, dump truck, and self-contained sweeper in the maintenance of highways.

Affords assistance with repairs and/or installation of drainage structures, shoulder repairs, slope repairs and cleaning and grading of ditches.

Affords assistance with the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone.

Serves as a flagger to safely direct and control traffic in maintenance work zones.

Performs duties using manual labor In such maintenance tasks as clearing of right-of-way, cleaning drainage ditches, repairing shoulders, patching potholes, making base repairs, paving driveways, laying side line/cross line pipe, grading and setting forms, laying bricks/blocks, repairing and building, pouring/finishing concrete/cement for curbs, gutters, sidewalks, driveways, catch basins, etc.

Removes litter, debris and dead animals from roadway and rights-of-way.

Operates and assists in clearing trees, branches and other debris from roadway using chainsaws, blowers, and pole saws.

Affords assistance in emergency and inclement weather operations, may include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

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.

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.

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

Applications accepted on-line at careers.sc.gov. Supplemental questions are considered part of the application and must be completed.

Additional questions regarding the application process should be directed to: District 6 HR at 843-740-1665.

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.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave.

Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits.

• Dental
• Vision
• Term Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Child Care Expenses

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans.

Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

• Tuition Assistance
• Holiday, Annual and Sick Leave
• Discounts on Purchases, Travel and More

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type.