Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61034003) **RE-ADVERTISEMENT**
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Apply to Highway Maintenance Worker II - Medium Equipment Operator (61034003) **RE-ADVERTISEMENT** at State of South CarolinaJob details
- Location
- Newberry County, South Carolina
- Work type
- Onsite
- Compensation
- $44,720 - $59,500/yr
- Posted
- Jul 14, 2026
- Apply on
- governmentjobs.com
About this role
About the Department
**THIS IS A RE-ADVERTISEMENT. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT RE-APPLY. YOUR APPLICATION IS STILL BEING CONSIDERED**
Operates tandem and single axle dump trucks with trailers for hauling material and transporting equipment for maintenance and construction operations. Operates specialized mowers. Operates medium sized equipment such as belt loaders, large roller, skid steer loader, etc., and the trailer mounted injection patcher in conjunction with highway and bridge maintenance operations. Operates heavier equipment such as a motor graders, front end loader, backhoes, lowboy truck tractor, slope mowers, and specialized equipment for cleaning out drainage ditches, installing sideline and crossline pipe and bridge repairs. Operates and maintains powered tools in various phases of roadway maintenance related to assigned tasks such as tree and vegetation removal, cleaning pipes and ditches, concrete sidewalk and gutter repair and maintenance, limb trimming, weed eating, facility maintenance, litter and dead animal removal, etc. Assists with producing daily records of work performed and materials used, records such as Highway Maintenance Management System (HMMS) and the maintenance requests and complaints forms. Conducts safety inspection on all assigned vehicles and equipment. Monitors the preventative maintenance program of equipment to ensure a routine maintenance schedule is followed and to monitor equipment use and wear to prolong equipment life. Operates both portable tank mounted salt brine anti-icing equipment and standard dump truck with snow plow attachment and sand spreader to remove snow and ice from highways and bridges. Assists in emergency or inclement weather operations, may include being available for extended hours or 12-hour shifts. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Position Duties
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 demands 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.
Other Qualifications
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
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.
Supplemental Questions
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- No
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- No
- Class A (CDL)
- Class B (CDL)
- SC Class C
- SC Class D
- Other State Driver's License
- None
- 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
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
Required Question
Agency Information
EmployerState of South CarolinaAgency Department of Transportation-District 2 Address 510 W. Alexander AvenueGreenwood, South Carolina, 29646 Phone864-889-8032