Job Responsibilities

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Performs general highway maintenance worker functions and operates heavy equipment including, but not limited to, backhoe, mini excavator, lowboy truck tractor and trailer in order to repair bridge deficiencies in Pickens County.

Performs skilled manual labor and operates medium equipment such as a skid steer and tandem dump truck in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair and preservation of bridges on the state highway system.

Examples include grading, mowing, sweeping, setting forms, pouring / finishing concrete, cutting, painting, installing and placing steel sections, etc.

Performs a variety of bridge maintenance activities using tools and equipment such as complex saws, hoists, power tools, measuring devices and welders.

Places 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.

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.

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 upon entry to the position.

Requires attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of placement in the position.

Additional Comments

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 864-239-6021.

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.