Highway Maintenance Worker III - Crew Leader (61032394)

Job Responsibilities

Serves as a Crew Leader in the mowing crew to maintain vegetation management guidelines on the state highway rights-of-way. Operates tandem dump truck in hauling maintenance and construction materials to and from job site. Maintains all necessary paperwork and enters daily work reports into the Highway Maintenance Management System and other related paperwork. 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. Operates a standard dump truck with snow plow attached and salt spreader to remove snow and ice from roadways and bridges. Operates backhoe and front-end loader. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Two (2) years 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 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.

Additional Comments

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.