Highway Maintenance Worker I -Small Equipment Operator (61033201)

Darlington County, SC, SC, US Until 9/24/2026 0+ years exp First posted July 21, 2026 Last posted July 26, 2026
Job description
<undefined>Performs manual labor assisting with the installation and repair of drainage features such as catch basins, pipe, signs etc. &nbsp;Uses hand tools to assist with patching and other pavement repairs.</undefined><br><br><undefined>Serves as flagger to safely direct and control traffic in maintenance work zones.&nbsp;Assists with the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up maintenance work zones.&nbsp;</undefined><br><br><undefined>Operates small equipment, power and hand tools performing various maintenance tasks.</undefined><br><br><undefined>Operates standard dump trucks, hauling materials to and from job sites.</undefined><br><br><undefined>Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations may include extended hours and/or working 12-hour shifts.<br></undefined><p style="margin: 0"><span style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 1); font-style: normal; text-align: left; text-indent: 0">There are no minimum training or experience requirements for this classification. Necessary Special Requirement: A valid motor vehicle operator’s license i</span><span style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 1); font-style: normal; text-align: left; text-indent: 0">s required. Requires attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of placement in the position.</span></p><br><span style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 1); font-style: normal; text-align: left; text-indent: 0"><span style="color: inherit">The physical demands for the essential functions involves 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. May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies.&nbsp;</span></span><p style="margin: 0 0 8pt"><span style="color: inherit">A resume may be included but NOT substituted for completing the education, work experience, or any other sections of the application. Supplemental Questions are considered part of the application and must be completed.&nbsp;</span><span style="color: inherit"><br> <strong>Non-Discrimination Statement:</strong>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.<strong>&nbsp;May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies. &nbsp; &nbsp;</strong></span></p>
About this role

Summary

Assist with drainage, pavement repair, traffic control, and operate small equipment.

Job title

Highway Maintenance Worker I -Small Equipment Operator

Experience level

none

Minimum experience

0+ years exp

Industry

transportation

Location requirements

Darlington County, SC, USA; no remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

driver's licensemanual labor

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

equipment operationtraffic controlpavement repairmanual labor
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Darlington County, SC, USA

On-site Place