Highway Maintenance Worker II: Medium Equipment Operator (61034729) **RE-ADVERTISEMENT**

Job Responsibilities

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• Operates medium motorized equipment on the Drainage Crew, such as, but not limited to, Aggregate Spreader, Belt Loader, and Combination Tractor with Side Mounted Mower, Skid Steer Loader, Tandem Dump Truck and Tractor with Large Mower.
• Performs traffic control operations for work zones, to include flagging traffic for the safety of the crew and the public, during various phases of roadway maintenance.
• Performs manual labor in maintenance, repairs and clearing in the Vegetation Crew.
• Affords assistance in emergency and inclement weather operations and being on call for after hour emergencies.
• May include being available for extended working hours or 12 hours shifts.

Necessary Special Requirements

• 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.

Physical Requirements

• 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.
• Frequently exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions, noise, and oil or grease on a daily basis.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

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

Additional Comments

Applications accepted on-line at careers.sc.gov. Supplemental questions are considered part of the application and must be completed. Additional questions regarding the application process should be directed to: District 6 HR at 843-740-1665.

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.

Benefits

For State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

• Insurance Benefits
  Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
• Retirement Benefits
  State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
• Workplace Benefits
  State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type.

Supplemental Questions

• Are you a current SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.
• Are you a former SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.
• Please indicate the highest level of education you have attained. If you have not completed high school, please indicate the highest grade you completed.
• What class driver's license do you possess?
• How did you find out about this vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation? Please check all that apply.
• If you selected "other" please explain how you found out about the vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation.
• If you were referred by a current SCDOT employee, what is their name?
• I understand that I must complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application. Only information contained within this application will be used to determine my qualifications for this position or for any other employment consideration should I be the selected candidate. I have read and acknowledged this statement.
• I have read and acknowledged this statement.