What are the responsibilities and job description for the Highway Maintenance Worker III - Crew Leader (61035141) position at State of South Carolina?
Serves as Crew Leader coordinating various maintenance operations to include installation of driveways, cleaning out ditches, repairing concrete structures, vegetation management, traffic control, etc. Assists the Crew Foreman in ensuring that all work performed is recorded in the maintenance data management system (HMMS) and all daily, weekly, monthly, etc. reports are submitted to the RME in a timely fashion. Performs skilled manual labor and operates heavy equipment (Example - backhoe) down to small equipment (Example - Dump Truck) in roadway maintenance or to remove trees from the roadway during emergencies after hours. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, to include operating medium or heavy duty equipment. May include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts. Picks up litter, debris, and dead animals as required. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Two (2) years of related work experience. Relevant education may substitute for the experience requirement. 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.
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.
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.
Salary : $50,960 - $61,152
