Highway Maintenance Worker IV - Crew Foreman (61036489)

Posting number: 192524

Department: Department of Transportation-District 7

Job classification: Highway Maintenance Worker IV

Posting type: Open

Categories: Building Maintenance, Public Works, Trades, Transportation, Vehicle Maintenance, Maintenance, Transit, Construction Maintenance, Building & Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance, Construction Trades

Serves as Crew Foreman supervising a crew of maintenance employees utilizing proper maintenance techniques while performing duties using manual labor during roadway and right of way maintenance activities. Primarily focusing on the work requests and complaints generated by the general public including litter and debris removal. However, areas of work may include but not limited to, signage and pavement markings, maintenance and installation of residential driveways, maintenance and construction of drainage appurtenances, maintenance of drainage appurtenances, vegetation management, bridge maintenance, and patch/paving. Supervises and trains crew on the operation of equipment to include but not limited to dump truck, backhoes, motor graders, grade-all tractors, loaders, etc. Supervises and trains crew in the operations of small equipment, power tools, and hand tools to perform assigned maintenance activities. Maintains working knowledge and inputs daily work accomplishments into the HMMS system. Supervises and coordinates pre-trip equipment/vehicle inspection in accordance with the Department’s most current rules, policies, and procedures. Maintains working knowledge and practices of Work Zone safety and supervises the placement of traffic control devices in accordance with the MUTCD manual. Supervises and trains crew for flagging operations in low and high volume areas to control flow of traffic for protection of workers, equipment and general public. Maintains weekly and monthly reports, time sheets, and cost records. Operates tandem dump truck with plow and spreader during snow and ice. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Three and one-half (3.5) years 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 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.

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.