Highway Maintenance Worker II - Heavy Equipment Operator

Overview

Perform work in patching potholes caused by weather or heavy traffic and repair pavement ending, and clean state roads with the street sweeper, and assist with the operation of the jetvac when cleaning out driveway pipes. Operates heavy equipment to include but not limited to operating the Sweeper Truck, Front End Loader and backhoe. Operates equipment such as but not limited to Injection Patcher, Trailer Mounted (AMZ) (Durapatcher), Tandem Dump Truck, Large Roller >

4 Tons, and Belt Loader. Assists with removal of Litter, Debris, and Dead Animals from roadway and right of ways. Operates standard dump truck with snow plow attachment and salt spreader to remove snow and ice from roadways and bridges. Operates equipment (small, medium, & heavy), powered tools, and hand tools to perform a variety of maintenance activities. Assists with the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone.

Serves as a flagger to safely direct and control traffic in maintenance work zones. Conducts and documents pre-trip equipment/vehicle inspection in accordance with the Department s most current rules, policies and procedures for fleet safety. Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Operate heavy equipment including the Sweeper Truck, Front End Loader, backhoe, Injection Patcher, Trailer Mounted (AMZ) (Durapatcher), Tandem Dump Truck, Large Roller > 4 Tons, and Belt Loader.
• Assist with removal of litter, debris, and dead animals from roadways and rights of way.
• Operate a standard dump truck with snow plow attachment and salt spreader to remove snow and ice from roadways and bridges.
• Perform maintenance tasks using equipment (small, medium, & heavy), powered tools, and hand tools.
• Assist with placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a maintenance work zone.
• Serve as a flagger to safely direct and control traffic in maintenance work zones.
• Conduct and document pre-trip equipment/vehicle inspections in accordance with the Department s current rules, policies, and procedures for fleet safety.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• One (1) year of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• 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.

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.