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Highway Maintenance Worker IV: Crew Foreman (61033939)

State of South Carolina
Charleston, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 8/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/19/2026
Job Responsibilities

Plans, supervises, directs, evaluates and manages the activities of a crew or crews of skilled and semi-skilled Highway Maintenance Workers involved in various maintenance activities as well as all mechanical resources needed for those activities such as Backhoe, Excavator, Front End Loader, Road Patcher and Truck Mounted. Supervises staff to include preparing performance planning and evaluation documents and related personnel paperwork. Coaches, counsels and trains employees. Establishes and monitors work processes. Implements management policies and initiates and promotes teamwork within the organization. Accurately documents all activities on a daily basis, into the Highway Maintenance Management System (HMMS) following all current and applicable "Business Rules". Investigates and assesses work requests within 14 days, documents the assessment in HMMS and develops and implements a plan to correct, based on safety and need. Pro-actively communicates with superiors, peers and subordinates via all communication media to relay any and all pertinent information related to all activities. Manages, plans, communicates, trains and maintains the safe operation of human and mechanical resources related to work zones, equipment, employees, facilities and/or any associated responsibility commensurate with this position. Reviews and insures that all work performed is done safely, correctly, completely, efficiently and documented accordingly per all applicable State Standards, Policies and Procedures. Trains, monitors and directs employees in CDL Compliance, Fleet Safety, PM Programs and Vehicle/Equipment Maintenance. Performs or assists in all additional requests or tasks assigned by direct supervisor(s) within the State Chain of Command. This includes, but is not limited to, Hurricane/Snow and Ice Plans, Customer Service, On-call, Traffic Control, Spill Response, and Emergency Work or support. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

Three and one-half (3.5) years 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.

Physical Requirement: 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.

Additional Comments

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 6 HR at 843-740-1665.

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.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

01

Are you a current SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.

  • Yes
  • No

02

Are you a former SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.

  • Yes
  • No

03

Please indicate the highest level of education you have attained. If you have not completed high school, please indicate the highest grade you completed.

04

What class driver's license do you possess?

  • Class A (CDL)
  • Class B (CDL)
  • SC Class C
  • SC Class D
  • Other State Driver's License
  • None

05

How did you find out about this vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation? Please check all that apply.

  • Job/Career Fair
  • Referred by current SCDOT employee
  • SCDOT presentation
  • Sign or billboard
  • Bumper sticker/magnetic sign
  • Facebook or Twitter post
  • Internship
  • Newspaper Ad
  • Radio Ad
  • Television Ad
  • Trade Journal
  • Referred from Vocational Rehab
  • Referred from Department of Employment and Workforce
  • Jobs.SC.Gov webpage
  • Other

06

If you selected "other" please explain how you found out about the vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation.

07

If you were referred by a current SCDOT employee, what is their name?

08

I understand that I must complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application. Only information contained within this application will be used to determine my qualifications for this position or for any other employment consideration should I be the selected candidate. I have read and acknowledged this statement.

  • Yes
  • No

09

My failure to accurately and completely describe my work experience may prevent my application from being forwarded to the hiring manager. I understand and acknowledge this statement.

  • Yes
  • No
  • Required Question

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