Highway Maintenance Worker II Medium Equipment Operator (61033262)

Responsibilities

• Operates medium equipment such as tandem dump trucks to haul material and equipment to and from job sites, including picking up material from vendors.
• Ensures tarp is in place and that all loose material is removed from sides of the truck.
• Performs preventive maintenance on trucks daily, including checking air, oil, fluids, and ensuring all lights are in working order.
• Keeps records of maintenance checks.
• Works with a crew to install sidelines, cross lines, and driveway pipe.
• Cleans out ditches with a shovel and levels ditch lines before placing pipe.
• Ensures pipe is laid to allow proper water flow and is sealed.
• Dresses the area before leaving the job site.
• Ensures all extra material and tools are picked up and placed back on the truck.
• Operates the Injection Patcher (trailer-mounted) safely and efficiently.
• Performs preventative maintenance on the Injection Patcher in accordance with SCDOT Fleet Safety and manufacturer’s operation manual.
• Patches potholes by cutting out the area, adding tack and asphalt, then tamping for a good seal.
• Paves driveways and turning lanes using proper techniques.
• Uses shovels and other hand tools to ensure the area is level and that all loose material has been removed.
• Operates 5-yard and 8-yard dump trucks and trailers to haul material and equipment to and from job sites, including picking up material from vendors.
• Sets up traffic control devices such as cones and signs for work zone safety according to the South Carolina Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
• Flags traffic according to standards, ensuring all safety attire is worn at all times.
• Clears right-of-way by hand using an axe, sling blade, and chainsaw, including removing dead trees and limbs.
• Operates medium to heavy equipment during emergencies and/or hazardous weather.

Requirements

• Six (6) months of related work experience or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• 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

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.

Work Environment

May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other department-related emergencies. Frequently exposed to outside environments in all weather conditions, noise, and oil or grease on a daily basis.

Additional Information

May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.