What are the responsibilities and job description for the Highway Maintenance Worker IV: Crew Foreman (61036211) position at State of South Carolina?
Job Responsibilities
Supervises a crew of highway maintenance workers involved in a variety of maintenance activities such as: asphalt patching, full depth and concrete patching throughout the County to maintain and preserve State-Maintained roads and bridges in a county or district. Works with hot and cold mix, repairs cuts, fills roadway surfaces, washouts, and other base repairs using limestone, fill dirt, sand, etc. Operates, maintains and trains employees in the safe and proper operations of using motorized equipment (e.g. tandem dump truck, steel wheel and pneumatic roller, sand spreader, power broom, backhoe, front end loaders, chipper, asphalt, kettle, tar tank, pro-patch truck, etc.) used in various phases of roadway maintenance, tree removal, clearing of right-of-way, litter control, dead animal, etc. Maintains weekly and monthly reports, time sheets, and enters information into HMMS, recommend personnel actions including promotions, transfers and disciplinary measures, rate employees yearly according to Employee Performance Management System, ability to meet goals established by the District. Investigates/assess work requests from the general public, as well as his supervisor, recommend and/or take corrective action in an appropriate and timely action. Instructs/trains subordinates in the safe and proper operation of equipment, as well as the correct document for pre-operation preventative & maintenance inspection of equipment. Inputs work accomplishments into Highway Maintenance Management System. Sets up traffic control operations for work zones, job assessment forms, to include lane closures, flagging traffic and detour for the safety of the crew and general public. Handles "on-call" emergency operations on a rotating schedule after normal working hours, weekend, and holiday for all road emergencies including inclement weather; snow and ice, or hazardous road conditions accidents and other related roadway emergencies. 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. Physical requirements needed to perform job duties are: walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, pulling, lifting, and repetitive motions. Duties are strenuous physical labor for long periods of time, standing and walking for 6 to 8 hours per day, and lifting heavy objects up to and occasionally exceeding 50 lbs. on a regular basis. Exposure to loud noises and inclement weather.
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.
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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.
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.
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?
How did you find out about this vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation? Please check all that apply.
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?
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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.
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.
Supervises a crew of highway maintenance workers involved in a variety of maintenance activities such as: asphalt patching, full depth and concrete patching throughout the County to maintain and preserve State-Maintained roads and bridges in a county or district. Works with hot and cold mix, repairs cuts, fills roadway surfaces, washouts, and other base repairs using limestone, fill dirt, sand, etc. Operates, maintains and trains employees in the safe and proper operations of using motorized equipment (e.g. tandem dump truck, steel wheel and pneumatic roller, sand spreader, power broom, backhoe, front end loaders, chipper, asphalt, kettle, tar tank, pro-patch truck, etc.) used in various phases of roadway maintenance, tree removal, clearing of right-of-way, litter control, dead animal, etc. Maintains weekly and monthly reports, time sheets, and enters information into HMMS, recommend personnel actions including promotions, transfers and disciplinary measures, rate employees yearly according to Employee Performance Management System, ability to meet goals established by the District. Investigates/assess work requests from the general public, as well as his supervisor, recommend and/or take corrective action in an appropriate and timely action. Instructs/trains subordinates in the safe and proper operation of equipment, as well as the correct document for pre-operation preventative & maintenance inspection of equipment. Inputs work accomplishments into Highway Maintenance Management System. Sets up traffic control operations for work zones, job assessment forms, to include lane closures, flagging traffic and detour for the safety of the crew and general public. Handles "on-call" emergency operations on a rotating schedule after normal working hours, weekend, and holiday for all road emergencies including inclement weather; snow and ice, or hazardous road conditions accidents and other related roadway emergencies. 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. Physical requirements needed to perform job duties are: walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, pulling, lifting, and repetitive motions. Duties are strenuous physical labor for long periods of time, standing and walking for 6 to 8 hours per day, and lifting heavy objects up to and occasionally exceeding 50 lbs. on a regular basis. Exposure to loud noises and inclement weather.
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
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
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
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
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
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