<p>Job Responsibilities</p> <p>THIS IS A RE-ADVERTISEMENT. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT RE-APPLY. YOUR APPLICATION IS STILL BEING CONSIDERED</p> <p>Operates 5-yard standard dump truck and flatbed truck for hauling materials such as asphalt, limestone, dirt, soil, cement, pipe, construction materials, and debris. Operates small equipment such as Asphalt Kettle, Brine Sprayer, Brush Chipper, Concrete Mixer, Forklift, Litter Picker, Roller <= 4 tons, Snowplow, Spreader, and Broom Tractor in conjunction with highway and bridge maintenance operations, and standard dump truck with snowplow attachment and sand spreader or brine sprayer applicator for removal of snow and ice from highways and bridges. Performs manual labor in a variety of activities associated with the construction, repair, and preservation of state highway roads and bridges. Assists with placement of traffic control devices to properly set up maintenance work zones. Serves as a flagger to safely direct and control traffic in maintenance work zones. Removes litter, debris, and dead animals from roadway and rights-of-way. Operates heavier equipment such as front-end loaders, belt loaders, tractor with ditcher, specialized mowers, trailer-mounted injection patcher, and backhoes. Conducts and documents pre-trip equipment /vehicle inspection in accordance with the Department's most current rules, policies and procedures for fleet safety. Operates and maintains power tools, and hand tools to perform a variety of highway and bridge maintenance activities. Assists in emergency or inclement weather operations; may include being available for extended hours or 12-hour shifts. Performs other related duties as assigned.</p> <p></p> <p>Minimum and Additional Requirements</p> <p>There are no minimum training or experience requirements for this classification. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required upon entry to the position. Necessary Special Requirement: This position requires a valid Class "A" Commercial Driver's License within six (6) months of placement in the position.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Additional Comments</p> <p>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.</p>