Highway Maintenance Worker III: Specialty Crew Leader

Position: Highway Maintenance Worker III: Specialty Crew Leader (61035788)
Salary: $54,080.00 - $66,800.00 Annually
Location : Colleton County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 184610
Agency: Department of Transportation-District 6
Opening Date: 01/29/2026
Closing Date: 2/11/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: KC54
Position Number::
Normal

Work Schedule:

: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN
07
Hiring Range - Min.: $54,080.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $66,800.00
Opening Date: 01/29/2026
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures::
*** You MUST demonstrate in the education and/or work experience sections of the application that you at least meet the minimum qualifications noted for the position.
*** Apply online and fully complete all sections of the application. A resume may be provided, but will not substitute for completing any section of the application. Accurately respond to all Supplemental Questions since they are part of your official application and are used to initially screen applicants. If the selected candidate indicates attainment of a college degree(s), he/she may be required to provide an official college transcript within thirty (30) calendar days of employment.

Failure to provide documentation within the required time frame may result in termination of employment. SCDOT District 6 Human Resources Office at 6355 Fain St., North Charleston, SC 29406, .
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

Operates a paver for complex leveling and pavement placement. Operates asphalt distributor (driver or backend) in roadway bituminous retreat work to seal cracked surfaces and restore life to road surfaces. Serves as crew leader, leading a crew of 2-3 employees. Assists the foreman as needed. Operates a tandem dump truck in hauling maintenance and construction materials such as concrete pipe, asphalt, dirt, etc.

Instructs crew members in safety practices such as setting up traffic control during flagging operations, wearing proper PPE, vehicle safety or jobsite hazards. Produces daily records of work performed and materials used, the maintenance requests and complaints, and the crew's time and records into the HMMS system. Performs other related maintenance duties as assigned by Foreman, RMF, ARME, and /or RME.

Assumes foreman's duties and responsibilities during his absence. Subject to be called/on-call after normal working hours. Performs duties using manual labor, in such maintenance tasks as clearing of right-of-ways, cleaning drainage ditches, repairing shoulders, patching potholes, making base repairs to bridges, paving driveways and laying sideline/crossline pipes. Operates and maintains electric/gas powered tools in all phases of roadway maintenance (chainsaw, weed eater, drills, jack wrench, shovel, rake, tamp, lute board, air compressor, etc.)

Operates and maintains heavy motorized equipment such as belt loader, backhoe, tandem dump truck/trailer, sand spreader, front end loader, snow plow, sweeper, paint truck, etc. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

Two and one-half (2.5) years 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 .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 .

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
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some…