Highway Maintenance Worker III: Specialized Equipment Operator (61036723)

Responsibilities

• Operates specialized equipment that may include Boom Truck, Snooper Truck, Truck Crane, or Crawler Crane.
• Performs skilled bridge maintenance worker functions and operates heavy equipment such as backhoes, Lowboy Truck Tractors, and Forklifts.
• Performs skilled manual labor and operates heavy-duty equipment in construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system.
• Assists with training on the construction and/or maintenance of bridges.
• May lead a small crew when needed.
• 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.
• Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, including operating medium or heavy-duty equipment, and may require extended working hours or 12-hour shifts.
• Inspects and operates motorized vehicles and equipment, informing supervisor of necessary repairs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Two (2) years of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• 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

• 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.
• 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.
• Work is performed with exposure to roadway traffic, inclement weather, insects, etc.
• Physical skills include walking, standing, sitting, climbing, reaching, and heavy lifting.
• Work environment is outdoors in extremely hot and cold temperatures.
• Due to various repair methods, employee will be required to climb bridge structures and walk on narrow beams at heights exceeding ten feet.
• Works overtime as necessary.