Highway Maintenance Worker II Medium Equipment Operator (61034354) ***RE-ADVERTISEMENT***

South Carolina Department of Transportation
Lexington County, SC, US
$44.7K-$53.7K a year
Full-time

Job Responsibilities

THIS IS A RE-ADVERTISEMENT. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT RE-APPLY. YOUR APPLICATION IS STILL BEING CONSIDERED. At Lexington Maintenance, operates ditching machine while working with the crew to open sideline ditches to create positive drainage.

Ensures preventive maintenance is performed and documented as required. Operates 5 yard and tandem truck to haul pipe, debris, signs, and equipment to and from job site.

Picks up material from vendor making sure all loose material is cleaned off truck and tarp is in place before operating.

Performs preventive maintenance on truck and keep record of same. Drives defensively and in a courteous manner. Works with the ditching crew when pulling shoulders and cleaning drainage ditches.

Works with shovel, bush axe, and sling blade to clean out ditches, open clogged pipes, and cut right-of-way at sight areas.

Removes and erects mailboxes and signs as necessary and restore disturbed areas. Flags traffic in low and high-volume areas as instructed.

Assists crew in placing traffic control devices to warn motorist of road work ahead according to the South Carolina on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.

Operates medium to heavy equipment during hazardous weather.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

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 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.

Additional Comments

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

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options;

and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note : The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type.

For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

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