Highway Maintenance Worker II-Medium Equipment Operator (61033983)

Operates medium equipment such as a trailer mounted injection patcher used for minor road repairs. Repairs potholes and base surface failures using hand tools such as shovel, pick, rake, and asphalt lute to level asphalt as needed. Flags traffic during road repairs to control flow of traffic to protect workers, general public, and equipment. Operates medium equipment such as a standard dump truck with snow plow attachment and sand spreader to remove snow and ice from highways and bridges. Assists in the replacement or repair to steel guardrail requiring employee to be able to work with small tools and to be physically able to dig holes for guardrail posts, etc. 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 (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. A resume may be included but NOT substituted for completing the education, work experience, or any other sections of the application. Supplemental Questions are considered part of the application and must be completed.

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. May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.