Highway Maintenance Worker II Heavy Equipment Operator (61033120)

Job Responsibilities

At Sumter Maintenance, operates backhoe on Work Request 2 crew during various phases of roadway maintenance. Operates heavy equipment such as motor grader and road-patcher during various phases of roadway maintenance to complete reported work request. Operates heavy equipment on the Work Request 2 Crew to include a low boy truck tractor and front end loader for loading and hauling materials to and from the job site, such as; asphalt, soil, pipe, debris and other construction materials. Operates and maintains electric/gas powered tools such as a chain saw, weed eater, power drill, leaf blower, asphalt tamper etc. in various phases of roadway maintenance. Assists in the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone. Serves as a flagger when needed to safely direct and control traffic in maintenance work zones. Operates a standard dump truck with a snow plow attachment and sand spreader to remove snow and ice from highways and bridges. Assists with other emergencies.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

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.

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