Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61034681)

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled manual labor and operates medium equipment such as tandem dump truck in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system.
• Examples include grading, setting forms, pouring/finishing concrete for curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and driveways; performs work on shoulders, ditches, drainage structures, pavement markings, etc.
• Operates skid steer loader and backhoe in the completion of work request and other road repairs.
• Coordinates 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.
• Removes litter, debris, and dead animals from roadway and right-of-ways.
• Conducts and documents pre-trip equipment/vehicle inspection in accordance with the Department's most current rules, policies, and procedures for fleet safety.
• Operates power tools for repairing sidewalks and curbs for driveway construction and other concrete or asphalt pavement repair jobs.
• Assists in emergency or inclement weather operations; may include being available for on call, extended hours, or 12-hour shifts.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

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.