Highway Maintenance Worker II Medium Equipment Operator (61033399)
About the role
Performs skilled manual labor and operates tandem dump truck while performing a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system.
Responsibilities
- Set forms, pour and finish concrete for curbs and gutters
- Perform overhead vertical construction and repairs to structures
- Set up driving frames, templates and other complex apparatus
- Pour and vibrate concrete
- Repair handrails and guardrails on vertical and overhead concrete structures
- Operate fuel service truck for fueling equipment on jobsites
- Coordinate the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone according to the SCDOT Work Zone Traffic Control Manual and Field Guide to warn motorists
- Assist in emergency and inclement weather operations, including operating medium or heavy duty equipment
- Be available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts
Requirements
- Six (6) months of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence
- A valid motor vehicle operator’s license
- 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.
Schedule
May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies. May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.
Work environment
Frequently exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions, noise, and oil or grease on a daily basis.