Job Responsibilities

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Operates heavy equipment such as backhoes, front end loaders, excavators, lowboy truck tractor, slope mower, motor grader, and tractor with ditcher on the Hot Crew. Serves as a heavy equipment operator in various phases of maintenance work such as residential driveway installation, repair, relocation and regular maintenance, clearing of R/W, drainage structures, crossline pipe repair, signs, debris removal, etc. Operates and maintains electric/gas powered tools in various phases of roadway maintenance. Assists in traffic control operations for work zones, to include flagging traffic for safety of the crew and the public, during various phases of roadway maintenance. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, may include being on-call for after hour emergencies and/or extended working hours or 12 hour shifts. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

One (1) year 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 six (6) months of placement in the position.

Physical Requirement: 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.

Additional Comments

Applications accepted on-line at careers.sc.gov. Supplemental questions are considered part of the application and must be completed. Additional questions regarding the application process should be directed to: District 6 HR at 843-740-1665.

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.