Highway Maintenance Worker IV Specialty Crew Foreman (61035301)

At District One Bridge Maintenance, supervises District Bridge Construction Crew on a daily basis. Responsible for general oversight of bridge construction process on site. Ensures crew operates efficiently to complete construction activities in a timely manner and ensures work is in compliance with OSHA, DES, and SCDOT policies and procedures. Performs administrative duties such as time and leave entry, EPMS (Employee Performance Mgt System), and disciplinary action enforcement. Supervises crew in construction of maintenance bridges, reads and understands bridge construction plans and specifications to produce a high quality product. Organizes manpower, equipment, and materials. Ensures equipment is properly maintained in accordance with established guidelines. Assists with completion of reports and forms including asbestos survey, DES demolition request, soil borings, bridge construction reports, final construction reports, etc.  Communicates with the Resident Bridge Engineer and District Office the status of the projects and when each stage is completed. Schedules and plans bridge deficiency operations.  Supervises and assists Crew members in the correction of bridge deficiencies throughout the District.  This requires communication with each county RME, the District, and the Director of Maintenance office. Responsible for sampling of materials, bridge survey and layout, computing bearing calculations and pile cuff off elevations.  Maintains preventative maintenance records on all equipment. Maintains and prepares all necessary records on bridge construction projects.  This includes but not limited to reports on work production, materials used, pile bearing records, equipment hour and mileage usage, and daily work reports entered into HMMS (Hwy Maintenance Mgt System).  Assists with requisitioning and payment of materials through proper procurement procedures. Instructs and supervises the setting of traffic control devices and erosion control devices for proper traffic control and erosions control and sediment prevention throughout the duration of the project.  Ensures all safety standards including OSHA and DES polices are adhered to.  Becomes certified and/or maintains certifications as needed for CEPSCI (Certified Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control Inspector). Coordinates time schedules of local SCDOT county personnel as necessary to include: site prep, utility relocation, materials and equipment delivery, and coordination of finish work for completion including asphalt, guardrail installation, and traffic markings.  Includes surveying and layout of new bridge for proper alignment, calculating correct pile lengths and bearing capacities, calculating cutoff elevations, and initial site visits for schedule creation.  Provides feedback to the Resident Bridge Engineer and District Office staff in the planning process for replacement bridges.  Provides recommendations regarding specifications on future structures. Maintains certifications as required for operation of lattice-boom crane for use in the removal and construction of maintenance-level bridges.  When necessary operates lowboy tractor/trailer to transport crane to job site.  Four (4) 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.

Salary : $60,320 - $72,384