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Highway Maintenance Worker II: Medium Equipment Operator (61031944)

State of South Carolina

Jasper County, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 16 Jul 2026

💰 $59,500/yr($44,720/yr – $59,500/yr)

About the role

Posting number: 190706

Department: Department of Transportation-District 6

Job classification: Highway Maintenance Worker II

Posting type: Open

Categories: Trades, Transportation, Maintenance, Transit, Construction Maintenance, Grounds & Landscaping, Construction Trades

Summary

Works on the Drainage Crew and performs manual labor 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 medium equipment used in various phases of roadway maintenance, such as Skid Steer Loader, Tandem Dump Truck, and Large Roller >4 Tons. Assists in the installation of driveways; using hand tools, hand tamp, place aggregates, remove mailboxes and reinstall and help place large sections of pipe. Conducts and documents pre-operation vehicle/equipment safety inspections on all assigned equipment. Assists in the operation of a backhoe in repairing roadway surfaces such as full depth, clearing fallen trees from roadway and right-of-ways during emergency non-call" and other maintenance operation. 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 warn motorists. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations (snow/ice, hurricanes, etc.) to include operating medium equipment. May include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts. Removes litter, debris and dead animals from roadway and rights-of-way. This position requires employee to lift heavy objects. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Examples of duties

Six (6) months 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.

Supplemental information

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.