At Lexington Maintenance, acts as crew leader on the county wide ditching crew to ensure work is done according to procedures. Keeps a log of work completed, equipment used and time spent to enable foreman to complete daily work report. Assist other workers in proper procedures and train others as needed. This includes keeping the crew busy and productive, keeping up with work performed, completing daily work reports and completing time sheets. Information is entered into the HMMS system. Leads crew in ditching operation county-wide in advance of A-treatment and resurfacing. Equipment used in this operation will be a motorgrader to cut, grade, and/or fill the shoulders, and clean out the ditches. A belt loader to load the material (dirt, grass and refuse) into trucks to haul material away. Leads crew in the traffic control to ensure safety of equipment, co-workers, and the general public. Sets up traffic control devices according to the South Carolina Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices to warn motorist of road work ahead. Pick up debris and dead animals from roadway as needed. Operates large motor graders in ditching, shoulder operations, grading and machining roads or driveway installation. Operates 8 and 5 yard truck to haul material and equipment to and from job site. Maintain preventive maintenance on truck and keep record of same. Ensure tarp is in place and that all loose material has been removed from the side of truck and tail gate. Operates various pieces of equipment in snow and ice removal as necessary. Operates heavy or medium equipment in the event of an emergency or inclement weather. May include being available for extended working hours.
Two (2) years of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. Necessary Special Requirement: A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required upon entry to the position. 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.
May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.
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.
