Posting number: 190845
Department: Department of Transportation-District 6
Job classification: Highway Maintenance Worker II
Posting type: Open
Categories: Building Maintenance, Trades, Transportation, Maintenance, Transit, Construction Maintenance, Grounds & Landscaping, Building & Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance, Construction Trades
Operates and maintains heavy motorized equipment (e.g.; backhoe, excavator, front-end loader, truck mounted road patcher, etc.) in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the State Highway System. Performs grading/setting forms, pouring/finishing concrete for curbs, gutters, sidewalks; cleaning drainage structures and clearing right-of-way all within Dorchester County. Coordinates the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone according to the SCOOT Work Zone Traffic Control Manual and Field Guide to warn motorists. Performs a variety of right-of-way management activities using electric/gas powered tools such as chain saws, weed eaters, drills, jacks, wrenches, pavement breakers, air compressor, pumps, generators, sprayers, etc. 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.
One (1) year 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 Requirement: 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.
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.
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