Transportation Engineer / Transportation Engr. Assoc. IV - Resident Maintenance Engineer

Salary: $86,500.00 - $143,300.00 Annually
Location : Newberry County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 188931
Agency: Department of Transportation-District 2
Opening Date: 05/28/2026
Closing Date: 6/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: HD24
Position Number:: 61035860
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN12
Hiring Range - Min.: $86,500.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $143,000.00
Opening Date: 05/28/2026
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. If you have any questions, please contact, SC DEPT. OF TRANSPORTATION, 510 W. ALEXANDER AVENUE, GREENWOOD, SC 29646. Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.


Job Responsibilities


Serves as Resident Maintenance Engineer organizing, planning, and coordinating the activities of employees of a county maintenance unit. Organizes and assigns maintenance work of primary and secondary roadways and bridges in assigned county, such as repair to road surfaces, ditching schedules, retreating schedules, mowing schedules, right of way clearing schedules, and repairs to bridges. Supervises the employees engaged in such work and ensures that performance, quality, safety, and cost effectiveness goals are achieved while adhering to all SDOT policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. Supervises, plans, and coordinates daily work schedules for subordinate employees. Supervises staff to include preparing performance planning and evaluation documents and related paperwork. Coaches, counsels, and trains employees. Establishes and monitors work processes. Implements management policies and initiatives and promotes teamwork within the organization. Represents SCDOT on interdepartmental and inter-agency committees and study groups. Develops and coordinates training programs on basic management and highway programs. Provides professional testimony as required. Receives, investigates, analyzes and makes appropriate recommendations with regard to requests for service, complaints, and suggestions from the general public, public officials, and personnel. Manages a yearly budget for maintenance activities. Supervises the purchasing of supplies and materials for maintenance operations. Manages, organizes, and inspects the closing of interstate, primary and secondary roadways, and bridges due to hazardous and emergency situations and operations. Sets up detours and signage in accordance with SCDOT and MUTCD policies and procedures. Manages Shop operations in the repair of all equipment assigned to maintenance operations. Manages yearly budget for shop operations, all related reports to equipment operations, and preventive maintenance. Supervises the preparation of and maintains all files, records, correspondence, requisitions, and other reports related to departmental operations and DHEC, OSHA, and facilities inspections. Performs duties mobilizing and directing employees during emergency situations such as storms, ice and snow conditions, road and bridge failures, major traffic events, etc. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements


A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management and five (5) years of engineering or construction management work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence.

The physical demands for the essential functions involves sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods of time. This position may require occasional travel. May require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. 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 business hours or respond to emergency situations.

Additional Comments


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 state agencies.


Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.


Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.


Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.


Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Are you a current SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.

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Are you a former SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.

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• No

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Please indicate the highest level of education you have attained. If you have not completed high school, please indicate the highest grade you completed.
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What class driver's license do you possess?

• Class A (CDL)
• Class B (CDL)
• SC Class C
• SC Class D
• Other State Driver's License
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How did you find out about this vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation? Please check all that apply.

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If you selected "other" please explain how you found out about the vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation.
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If you were referred by a current SCDOT employee, what is their name?
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I understand that I must complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application.Only information contained within this application will be used to determine my qualifications for this position or for any other employment consideration should I be the selected candidate. I have read and acknowledged this statement.

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My failure to accurately and completely describe my work experience may prevent my application from being forwarded to the hiring manager. I understand and acknowledge this statement.

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