Highway Maintenance Worker I Small Equipment Operator (61034965)

At Sumter Maintenance, operates a 5 yard dump truck for the removal of litter and/or Adopt-A-Highway bags from the right of way. Operates small equipment on the sign crew such as a flatbed dump truck for removing debris and dead animals from the roadway. Assists with traffic control operations for work zones, to include flagging traffic for the safety of the crew and the public during various phases of roadway maintenance. Operates and maintains electric/gas powered tools such as chain saws, weed eaters, power drills, leaf blowers, etc in various phases of road maintenance. Operates standard dump truck with snow plow attachment and sand spreader to remove snow and ice from highways and bridges. Assists with other emergencies as needed. There are no minimum training or experience requirements for this classification. 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.

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.
May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.

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.