Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61031622)

Responsibilities

• Operates a tandem dump truck to haul materials such as asphalt, limestone, dirt, soil, cement, pipe, and other construction materials for DOT projects.
• Operates medium equipment such as skid steers, belt loaders, combination tractors, and large rollers.
• Repairs potholes and performs roadway and shoulder patching as part of a 2–3 person crew.
• Coordinates the placement of traffic control devices to properly establish maintenance work zones in accordance with the SCDOT Work Zone Traffic Control Manual.
• Operates a motor grader as required.
• Assists with emergency and inclement weather operations, which may require extended hours and/or 12‑hour shifts.
• May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.

Requirements

• Six (6) months of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• 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.
• The physical demands for the essential functions involves bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and grasping.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards.
• May be required to work outside normal scheduled work week; especially during inclement weather.