What are the responsibilities and job description for the Highway Maintenance Worker II Medium Equipment Operator (61034503) position at South Carolina Department of Transportation?
Job Responsibilities
At Lee Maintenance, operates a Tandem Dump Truck in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads on the state highway system. Examples include grading and driveways; performs work on shoulders, ditches, etc. Operates a Large Roller and performs skilled manual labor in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads on the state highway system. Examples include grading and driveways; performs work on shoulders, ditches, etc. Assists in paving and major full depth patching operations of roadways and driveways with crew. Assists in the laying of various sized driveway and crossline reinforced concrete pipes/HDPE pipes in new driveway projects, drainage projects and routine maintenance. Assists in operating a Front-End Loader and or Backhoe in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads on the state highway system. Examples include grading and driveways; performs work on shoulders, ditches, etc. 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. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, to include operating a combination of medium and light equipment. May include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts. Obtain Tanker Endorsement.
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.
At Lee Maintenance, operates a Tandem Dump Truck in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads on the state highway system. Examples include grading and driveways; performs work on shoulders, ditches, etc. Operates a Large Roller and performs skilled manual labor in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads on the state highway system. Examples include grading and driveways; performs work on shoulders, ditches, etc. Assists in paving and major full depth patching operations of roadways and driveways with crew. Assists in the laying of various sized driveway and crossline reinforced concrete pipes/HDPE pipes in new driveway projects, drainage projects and routine maintenance. Assists in operating a Front-End Loader and or Backhoe in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads on the state highway system. Examples include grading and driveways; performs work on shoulders, ditches, etc. 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. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, to include operating a combination of medium and light equipment. May include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts. Obtain Tanker Endorsement.
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.