Highway Maintenance Worker III: Crew Leader (61036242)

Serves as Drainage Crew Leader when crew is dispersed; may direct ditching, driveway installations, pipe repairs and drainage structure operations. Serves as crew leader 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 heavy-duty equipment such as front-end loader, backhoe, and motor grader in cleaning side ditches, trenching for pipeline, laying pipe and loading trucks with filled material. Assumes foremans duties and responsibilities during his absence. Instructs crew members daily in safety practices such as flagging operations, wearing safety equipment, vehicle safety, or job site hazards. Assists Crew Foreman as needed. Assists with daily records of work performed and materials used, records such as HMMS and the maintenance requests and complaint forms. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations, to include operating medium or heavy duty equipment. May include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts. Performs other related duties as assigned. Two (2) years of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. Necessary Special Requirement: A valid motor vehicle operators 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. 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 ....

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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.