What are the responsibilities and job description for the Highway Maintenance Worker II - Heavy Equipment Operator (61034922) position at State of South Carolina?
In conjunction with highway and bridge maintenance activities, performs skilled highway maintenance worker functions and operates -heavy equipment such as: Backhoe, Ditching Machine, Excavator, Motor Grader, and Tractor with Ditcher. These skilled maintenance functions include but are not limited to; regrading, repairing, and maintaining shoulders, ditches, and drainage outfalls, installing, repairing, and maintaining pipes and other drainage structures; forming, pouring, and finishing concrete for drainage structure construction and repair; installing and repairing brick and block masonry drainage structures; performing vegetation management in order to promote proper drainage; regrading and repairing earthen roads. Performs a variety of other activities related to maintenance operations. Operates heavy equipment such as a lowboy truck tractor for hauling material and transporting equipment for maintenance and construction operations. With various levels of formal and informal training, and in conjunction with highway and bridge maintenance activities, operates equipment such as: Tandem Dump Truck, Belt Loader, Front End Loader, Skid Steer Loader, Pipe Washer, Pump Truck, Broom Tractor, Concrete Mixer and pipe and vacuum truck. Coordinates placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone according to SCDOT Work Zone Traffic Control Manual and Field Guide. Conducts daily preventative maintenance activities on all assigned heavy equipment to ensure that equipment is greased and lubricated, proper coolant and oil (engine and hydraulic) levels are maintained, hoses and belts are inspected for deterioration, tires are properly inflated, and no leakages are present. Conducts safety inspection on all assigned vehicles and equipment. Monitors the preventative maintenance program of equipment to ensure a routine maintenance schedule is followed and to monitor equipment use and wear to prolong equipment life. Removes litter, debris, and dead animals from roadway and rights-of-way. Assists in tracking and recording daily work performed, including specific accomplishments, work locations, equipment utilized, and quantity of materials used. Assists in emergency or inclement weather operations; may include being available for extended hours or 12-hour shifts. Operates both anti-icing and removal equipment during snow and ice response on highways and bridges. Performs other related duties as assigned. 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 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. 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.
Salary : $47,840 - $60,690
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