Highway Maintenance Worker II: Medium Equipment Operator (61033465)

Operates a tandem dump truck for hauling materials such as hot asphalt from plant, cold mix, limestone, dirt, soil, cement, pipe, construction materials and debris used in patching operations. Operates the skid steer loader (Bobcat) in the loading of cold mix, earth materials, clay, sand and aggregate materials used in maintenance operations. Assists in the operation of asphalt pro-patching machine (Paver) used for paving, patching repairs, and pavement of roads, driveways, crossovers, turn lanes, parking areas and bridge approaches. Performs duties using manual labor, in such maintenance task as clearing of right-of-ways, cleaning drainage ditches, repairing shoulders, removal of litter, dead animals, and tree, A-1 treatment, paving operation, paving of driveways, and laying sideline/cross line pipe. Conducts and documents pre-operation and post-operation vehicle/equipment safety inspections on all assigned equipment. Operates asphalt kettle, self-propelled steel wheel and pneumatic rollers to compact and solidify asphalt and fill material on roadway. 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 and maintains electric/gas powered tools used in various phases of roadway maintenance work such as compressors, jack hammers, shovels, lute boards, rakes, chain saws, weed eater, wrenches. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations (snow/ice, hurricanes, etc.) to include operating medium equipment. May include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts. Performs other related duties as assigned. Six (6) months of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. Necessary Special Requirement: A valid motor vehicle operators 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 ....

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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.