Highway Maintenance Worker III Crew Leader (61033719)

At Richland Maintenance, serves as crew leader on the North East Area Crew, overseeing workers engaged in duties of installing pipes, driveways, paving of driveway aprons and valley gutters. Operates combination backhoe and front-end load to load materials needed in maintenance of bridges and roads. 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. Maintains daily, weekly, and monthly reports, time sheets, and cost records; recommends personnel actions including promotions, transfers and disciplinary measures; rates employees yearly according to the Employee Performance Management System. Inspects roads for potholes and safety hazards. Serves as an assistant crew foreman in Supervisor's absence. Performs preventive maintenance on assigned equipment. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, top include operating or heavy duty equipment. May include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts. Two (2) years of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence.

Necessary Special Requirement:

A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required upon entry to the position. 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. May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.

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.