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Highway Maintenance Worker II - Heavy Equipment Operator

State of South Carolina

Location: Greenville County, SC 29607
Type: Full-Time, Non-Remote
Posted on: December 12, 2024
Salary
$47,840.00 - $57,408.00 Annually
Location
Greenville County, SC
Job Type
FTE - Full-Time
Job Number
171867
Agency
Department of Transportation-District 3
Opening Date
12/12/2024
Closing Date
1/5/2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Class Code:
KC53
Position Number:
61034183
Normal Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band
Band 3
Hiring Range - Min.
$47,840.00
Hiring Range - Max.
$57,408.00
Opening Date
12/12/2024
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:
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. Candidates must present documentation of their attainment of college degree(s) at the time of interview. Documentation must be either an official or unofficial copy of the college transcript or Letter of Verification of Degree from the institution's Registrar's Office. If the candidate selected for the position provided an unofficial copy, it must be replaced with an official copy no later than thirty (30) calendar days after the effective date of employment. Failure to provide documentation within the required timeframe will result in termination of employment. SCDOT Human Resources Office, 252 South Pleasantburg Drive, Greenville, SC 29607. Phone: 864-241-1010.
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities Performs skilled manual labor and operates heavy equipment, such as a backhoe, in a variety of activities associated with the cleaning, regrading and maintenance of shoulders and ditches in the state rights-of-way. Performs general highway maintenance worker functions and operates medium equipment such as: tandem dump truck to load and haul materials needed for maintenance operations; Operates hand and power tools in the cleaning and maintenance of shoulders and ditches. Sets up traffic control according to MUTCD standards to warn motorists of roadwork ahead. Removes litter, debris, and dead animals from roadway and rights-of-way, and assists Supervisor with on-call for after-hours emergencies as needed.  This position requires employee to lift heavy objects. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, to include operating medium equipment.  May include being available for 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. Requi r es attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) withi n six (6) months of placement in the position.
The physical demands for the essential functions involves bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and grasping. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside normal scheduled work week; especially during inclement weather.
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 3 HR at 864-241-1010
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.