Highway Maintenance Worker II Medium Equipment Operator

Salary: $44,720.00 - $53,664.00 Annually

Location : Lexington County, SC

Job Type: FTE - Full-Time

Job Number: 161367

Agency: Department of Transportation-District 1

Opening Date: 05/07/2024

Closing Date: 5/20/:59 PM Eastern

Class Code KC53

Position Number

Normal Work Schedule Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Band: Band 3

Hiring Range - Min.: $44,720.00

Hiring Range - Max.: $53,664.00

Opening Date: 02/08/2024

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. SCDOT Human Resources Office, 1400 Shop Road, Columbia, SC, 29201. Phone: .

Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

THIS IS A RE-ADVERTISEMENT. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT RE-APPLY. YOUR APPLICATION IS STILL BEING CONSIDERED.
At Lexington Maintenance, operates a tandem or 5-yard dump truck hauling materials and equipment to and from the job site. Performs preventive maintenance on truck and trailer each day and keep in good working/operating condition. Assists to operate the belt loader pulling shoulders, cleaning out berm and/or outfall ditches for drainage, shoulder regrading to facilitate roadside repair, cleaning sideline and driveway ditches, and laying crossline pipes for proper distribution of water from the roadway. Assists in setting up traffic control to flag traffic in low and high-volume areas to ensure the safety of the crew, equipment, and motorists. Assists with placing traffic control devices in accordance with the SC MUTCD (Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices) warning motorists of road work ahead. Performs manual labor as a member of the ditching and shoulder crew installing driveways, pulling shoulders, and cleaning drainage ditches. Works with a shovel to clean drainage pipes and level out dirt in the bed of ditch. Ensures pipe is in the proper position and pipe joint is sealed with cement before an area is filled and leveled out. Assists to operate the ditching machine and backhoe. Works as required or as necessary during hazardous weather or other emergencies to ensure the safety of the motoring public.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

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.

The physical demand 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

May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.

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.

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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.

• Yes
• No

02

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.

• Yes
• No

03

Please indicate the highest level of education you have attained. If you have not completed high school, please indicate the highest grade you completed.

04

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
• None

05

How did you find out about this vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation? Please check all that apply.

• Job/Career Fair
• Referred by current SCDOT employee
• SCDOT presentation
• Sign or billboard
• Bumper sticker/magnetic sign
• Facebook or Twitter post
• Internship
• Newspaper Ad
• Radio Ad
• Television Ad
• Trade Journal
• Referred from Vocational Rehab
• Referred from Department of Employment and Workforce
• Jobs.SC.Gov webpage
• Other

06

If you selected "other" please explain how you found out about the vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation.

07

If you were referred by a current SCDOT employee, what is their name?

Required Question