Highway Maintenance Worker III - Specialized Equipment Operator (61034029) **RE-ADVERTISEMENT**
Job Responsibilities
Performs skilled manual labor and operates various equipment such as a mini excavator and a bucket truck in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of bridges on the state highway system. Examples include grading, mowing, sweeping, setting forms, pouring/finishing concrete, cutting, painting, installing and placing steel sections. Operates specialized equipment that may include, but is not limited, to a snooper truck and crawler. Performs a variety of bridge maintenance activities using equipment such as complex saws, power tools, measuring devices, and welders. Performs 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. Operates equipment during emergency and inclement weather operations; may include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts. Operates heavy equipment that may include, but is not limited to, a lowboy truck tractor, excavator, and front-end loader. Performs other related duties as assigned.
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 Demands
- Bending
- Stooping
- Reaching
- Twisting
- Climbing
- Kneeling
- Pushing
- Pulling
- Grasping
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.