Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61035710)

Job Responsibilities

Performs skilled manual labor in a variety of job functions, and operates medium equipment associated with the installation and maintenance of residential driveways / pipes.

• Operates a tandem dump truck to load and haul materials needed for maintenance operations.
• Operates a skid steer and large roller in the installation and maintenance of residential driveways / pipes.
• Captures and removes litter, debris, and dead animals from roadway and rights-of-way.
• 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.
• Aids the Supervisor with on-call responsibilities for after-hours emergencies as needed.
• Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, to include operating medium equipment.
• May be required to work extended working hours or 12-hour shifts.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum And Additional 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.

Physical Demands

• 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.

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 3 HR at 864-239-6044. 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.