Highway Maintenance Worker II – Medium Equipment Operator (61035178)

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up maintenance work zones.
• Serve as a flagger to safely direct and control traffic in maintenance work zones.
• Assist with the installation and repair of traffic signs, pavement markings, and safety devices such as guardrails.
• Perform manual labor to assist with the installation and repair of catch basin and other drainage structures and the placement of drainage pipes.
• Operate small equipment, powered tools, and hand tools to perform a variety of maintenance activities.
• Remove litter, debris, and dead animals from the right of way.
• Assist in emergency and inclement weather operations, including availability for extended working hours or 12‑hour shifts.
• May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• Six (6) months of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license required.
• Attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within six (6) months of placement in the position.
• Physical demands: ability to bend, stoop, reach, twist, climb, balance, kneel, push, pull, grasp and physically manipulate objects of varying size, shape, weight, and material; lift up to 50 lbs; walk for extended periods over rough and uneven terrain; work in close proximity to motoring traffic and natural environmental hazards; exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions, noise, oil or grease.

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

• Health and dental insurance with prescription coverage and wellness benefits.
• Vision, term life, long‑term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
• Retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans, and a voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan (401(k) and 457).
• Paid vacation and sick leave; work‑life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules (available to some agencies).
• Tuition assistance, holiday, annual and sick leave, and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

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