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Highway Maintenance Worker I - Small Equipment Operator (61032907)

State of South Carolina and Careers
Spartanburg, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 2/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/27/2026
JOB
Performs a variety of vegetation management activities using small equipment such as tractor with mower (=10' wide), dump truck, and brush chipper. Coordinates the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone according to the SCDOT Work Zone Traffic Control and Field Guide to warn motorists. Picks up litter, debris, and dead animals. Performs skilled manual labor and operates powered tools such as chainsaws, rakes, and shovels in various phases of roadway maintenance. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations; includes being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts, day or night. Performs other related duties as assigned.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
There are no minimum training or experience requirements for this classification. 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 involves bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and grasping. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside normal scheduled work week; especially during inclement weather.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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 864-239-6044.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.

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