Highway Maintenance Worker II: Heavy Equipment Operator (61035376)

Job Responsibilities Operates slope mower with a Buzz Bar attachment in limbing and sloping operations on highway right-of-ways. Operates tandem dump truck in hauling maintenance and construction materials such as concrete pipes, asphalt, dirt, limestone, debris, etc., trailer for hauling equipment to various job sites. Operates combination front-end loader and backhoe to clean out drainage ditches and to install sideline, cross line pipe and to remove fallen trees "on-call" during normal and after hours. Operates and maintains hand/electric and gas power tools in various maintenance operations such as: chain saw in cutting trees on right-of-way, weed eater, shovel, rake, tamp, lute board, wrenches, and wood chipper used in chipping tree limbs/debris and underbrush from right-of-ways, bridges and overpasses. Performs, conducts and documents pre-operation preventive maintenance on vehicle/equipment inspection as outlined in equipment specifications. Performs other related maintenance duties using manual labor such as clearing of right-of-ways, cleaning drainage ditches, repairing shoulders, patching potholes, making base repairs, repair to bridge, paving driveways, litter control, dead animal, "A-1 treatment", and laying sideline pipes. Set up traffic control according to SCMUTCD Standards to warn motorist of road work ahead. Operates and assists with emergency operations such as snow and ice, flooding, hurricanes, etc. using various pieces of equipment. Subject to be called out after normal working hours to handle "on-call". 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. 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. 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of South Carolina