Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61033071)

State of South Carolina • Spartanburg County, SC

19h

About The Position

The Highway Maintenance Worker II assists with maintenance, repair, and preservation of roads and bridges in the state highway system within Spartanburg County. The role performs manual and skilled labor, operates medium equipment, helps establish safe work zones, and carries out vegetation management and roadside cleanup. The worker may also assist with emergency and inclement weather operations, including extended hours or 12-hour day or night shifts.

Requirements

• At least six months of related work experience, or an approved acceptable equivalence.
• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Attain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within six months of placement in the position.
• Ability to perform the listed physical demands, including lifting up to 50 pounds, walking for extended periods, traversing rough terrain, and working near moving traffic and natural environmental hazards.
• May be required to work outside the normal scheduled work week, especially during inclement weather.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installing, replacing, and repairing traffic signs and markings within Spartanburg County.
• Coordinate placement of traffic control devices to set up maintenance work zones in accordance with the SCDOT Work Zone Traffic Control and Field Guide.
• Perform skilled manual labor and operate medium equipment to repair and preserve roads and bridges in the state highway system.
• Use vegetation-management equipment to clear road signs and signals.
• Pick up litter, debris, and dead animals.
• Assist with emergency and inclement weather operations, potentially working extended hours or 12-hour shifts during the day or night.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed