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Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61034999)

State of South Carolina
Orangeburg, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 10/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/2/2026
Performs skilled manual labor in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system. Examples include laying pipes for driveways and other drainage structures, bridge repairs, etc. Operates medium equipment to include a tandem dump truck to haul materials in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highways when working on shoulders, ditches, drainage structures, 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. Picks up litter, debris, and dead animals. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations. May include being available for extended working 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 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.

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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