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Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61034003)

State of South Carolina
Newberry, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/29/2026
Operates tandem and single axle dump trucks with trailers for hauling material and transporting equipment for maintenance and construction operations. Operates specialized mowers. Operates medium sized equipment such as belt loaders, large roller, skid steer loader, etc., and the trailer mounted injection patcher in conjunction with highway and bridge maintenance operations. Operates heavier equipment such as a motor graders, front end loader, backhoes, lowboy truck tractor, slope mowers, and specialized equipment for cleaning out drainage ditches, installing sideline and crossline pipe and bridge repairs. Operates and maintains powered tools in various phases of roadway maintenance related to assigned tasks such as tree and vegetation removal, cleaning pipes and ditches, concrete sidewalk and gutter repair and maintenance, limb trimming, weed eating, facility maintenance, litter and dead animal removal, etc. Assists with producing daily records of work performed and materials used, records such as Highway Maintenance Management System (HMMS) and the maintenance requests and complaints forms. 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. Operates both portable tank mounted salt brine anti-icing equipment and standard dump truck with snow plow attachment and sand spreader to remove snow and ice from highways and bridges. Assists in emergency or inclement weather operations, may include being available for extended hours or 12-hour shifts. Performs other related duties as assigned.
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 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, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. 

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