Highway Maintenance Worker III - Specialty Crew Leader

Position: Highway Maintenance Worker III - Specialty Crew Leader (61031863)
Salary: $54,080.00 - $66,800.00 Annually
Location : Orangeburg County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 184530
Agency: Department of Transportation-District 7
Opening Date: 01/27/2026
Closing Date: 2/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: KC54
Position Number::
Normal

Work Schedule:

: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Monday - Friday (8:00 - 4:30)
Pay Grade: GEN
07
Hiring Range - Min.: $54,080.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $66,800.00
Opening Date: 01/27/2026
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 Human Resources Office, PO Box 1086, Orangeburg, SC 29116. Phone: .
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities
Serves as Specialty Crew Lead for D7 Bridge Maintenance Unit in Holly Hill. Assists the Specialty Crew Foreman with various construction, repair, and preservation activities of roads and bridges within District Seven. Ensures employees within the crew(s) complete all CDL pre-trip inspections prior to operating CDL vehicles. Helps conduct training for employees. Directs crew in supervisor's absence.
Performs skilled manual labor and operates medium and heavy duty equipment in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges on the state highway system. Examples include grading, setting forms, driving piles, installing and tying rebar, pouring/finishing concrete, performing work on damaged steel, concrete, and timber, etc. These activities occur in and around bodies of water (in emergency situations, swimming may be necessary).
Inputs data and runs reports in the maintenance data management system for crews and performs QA/QC checks on the data to ensure accuracy of the reports. Control stock inventory of repair materials. Maintain and utilize all required safety and environmental equipment and documents as pertains to self and crew. This includes hard hats, safety vest, safety harnesses, fire extinguishers, etc. Keep updated Safety Data Sheets in vehicles as required.
Coordinates the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone according to the SCDOT Work Zone Traffic Control Manual and Field Guide to ward motorists. Keep assigned equipment properly maintained and ensure this equipment is up to date with the Department's preventative maintenance system. Completes job hazard analysis forms, mitigates risks, and conducts safety meeting prior to the commencement of work activities to inform the crew of the hazards associated with the work to be performed.
Manages assigned crew(s) in emergency and inclement weather operations, may include being available for extended working hours or 12- hours shifts. 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.
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
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.
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