Highway Maintenance Worker II: Medium Equipment Operator (61035835)

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains medium motorized equipment used in various phases of roadway maintenance such as a tandem dump truck, trailer mounted injection patcher, aggregate spreader, large roller (>4 tons), skid steer loader, and fuel service truck.
• Operates medium motorized equipment in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the State highway system.
• Performs functions such as base and surface repairs of full depth asphalt/concrete, patching/minor leveling, major leveling/strengthening, digging out and backfilling bad areas in roadways in preparation for resurfacing and skim-patching all within Dorchester County.
• 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.
• Performs manual labor as necessary patching potholes and base surface failures using electric/gas powered tools and hand tools including drills, jacks, concrete saw, pavement breakers, air compressor, sprayers, shovel, and asphalt lute.
• Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, to include operating medium duty equipment; may include being available for extended working hours or 12‑hour shifts.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Six (6) months of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
• Must attain 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. This position requires walking for extended periods, treading rough and uneven terrain, and working in close proximity to motoring traffic and natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies. Frequently exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions, noise, and oil or grease on a daily basis.

Benefits

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

• Health insurance with prescription coverage and wellness benefits
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Term life insurance
• Long term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Defined benefit and defined contribution plan options
• South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program (voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options)

Workplace Benefits

• Tuition assistance
• Holiday, annual and sick leave
• 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. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.