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Highway Maintenance Worker II - Heavy Equipment Operator (61036500)

State of South Carolina
Pickens, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 10/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/15/2026
Operates heavy-duty equipment such as motor grader, backhoe, and excavator used in the construction and maintenance of highways.  Operates tools associated with the installation of roadway signs such as pneumatic hammers, drills, impacts, etc.  Performs skilled manual labor in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of road signs on the state highway system.  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. Picks up litter, debris, and dead animals.  Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, to include operating medium or heavy-duty equipment.  May include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts.  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.
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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