Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61033511)

Posting number: 191064

Department: Department of Transportation-District 3

Job classification: Highway Maintenance Worker II

Posting type: Open

Categories: Engineering, Public Works, Trades, Transportation, Maintenance, Construction Maintenance, Construction Trades

Summary

Performs various duties such as the maintenance and replacement of missing signs and damaged signs, and the installation of new signs as well as coordinates the placement of traffic control devices to set up work zone traffic control according to agency standards and specifications.  Performs skilled manual labor in the placement of thermo pavement markings such as stop bars, arrows, crosswalks, and railroad crossings according to state specifications.  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.  Operates tandem and single-axle dump trucks with trailers for hauling material and transporting equipment for maintenance and construction operations.  Picks up litter, debris, and dead animals.  Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations; may include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts.  Performs other related duties as assigned.

Examples of duties

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.

The physical demands for the essential functions involves 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. May be required to work outside normal scheduled work week; especially during inclement weather.

Supplemental information

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.