Highway Maintenance Worker II - Heavy Equipment Operator (61035650)

Job Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment such as a tractor with a ditcher to regrade ditches on state right of ways.
• Operates small equipment such as a trailer mounted pipe washer.
• Operates heavy equipment such as large motor graders in ditching, shoulder operations.
• Operates heavy equipment such as a front-end loader and backhoe to clean out drainage ditches and to install sideline and cross line pipes.
• Operates medium equipment such as a tandem dump truck in hauling maintenance and construction materials such as concrete pipes, asphalt, dirt, etc.
• Operates truck mounted plows and sand spreaders in snow and ice removal as necessary.
• Affords assistance with emergency and inclement weather operations, may include extended hours and/or 12-hour shifts.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• One (1) year of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• Necessary Special Requirement: A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required upon entry to the position. Requires attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of placement in the position.

Physical Demands

• Bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, grasping and physically manipulating objects of varying size, shape, weight, and material.
• 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.
• Exposed to inclement weather and roadway traffic.
• Must be available for overtime on nights, weekends and holidays.
• Physical skills require walking, bending, riding, sitting, and lifting up to 94 lbs.

Additional Comments

A resume may be included but NOT substituted for completing the education, work experience, or any other sections of the application. Supplemental Questions are considered part of the application and must be completed.

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.