Highway Maintenance Worker II- Heavy Equipment Operator (61032994)

Job Responsibilities

Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of maintenance activities in the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system.

Operates motorized equipment used in the construction and maintenance of highways and bridges or the movement of materials and supplies used to perform these maintenance activities.

Operates complex motorized equipment on a county maintenance Work Request Crew.

Operates heavy equipment such as motor grader and backhoe, truck-mounted road patchers, crawler dozer, excavators, and slope mower tractors in conjunction with highway and bridge maintenance operations.

Operates other heavy equipment to clean out drainage ditches, install sideline and crossline pipe, driveway installations, and roadside and right-of-way clearing operations.

Performs skilled manual labor in various duties such as patching roadway base and surface failures, cleaning ditches, placing sideline and crossline pipe, installing driveways; removing fallen trees from roadway, cutting dead trees on rights-of-way, performing vegetation management to improve visibility of signage; installing, repairing, and maintaining flat sheet signs, extruded panel signs, sign assemblies, and sign foundations; and setting forms and pouring and finishing concrete for curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and other activities related to work request activities and multipurpose operations.

Conducts safety inspections and daily preventative maintenance activities on all assigned equipment to ensure that equipment is greased and lubricated, proper coolant and oil (engine and hydraulic) levels are maintained, hoses and belts are inspected for deterioration, tires are properly inflated, and no leakages are present.

Maintains the preventative maintenance program of equipment to ensure a routine maintenance schedule is followed and to monitor equipment use and wear to prolong equipment life.

Operates tandem and single-axle dump trucks with trailers for hauling material and transporting equipment for maintenance and construction operations.

Affords assistance in instructing crew members in safety practices such as flagging operations, wearing of safety equipment, vehicle safety, or job site hazards.

Coordinates placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone according to SCDOT Work Zone Traffic Control Manual and Field Guide.

Operates both portable tank-mounted salt brine anti-icing equipment and standard dump truck with snowplow attachment and sand spreader to remove snow and ice from highways and bridges.

Affords assistance in emergency or inclement weather operations; available for on-call rotations and extended hours or extended shift operations.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

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 Demands

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.

Frequently exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions, noise, and oil or grease on a daily basis.

Additional Comments

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. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and 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
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and 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.

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.