Resident Maintenance Engineer (61032065)

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Salary: $86,500.00 - $143,300.00 Annually
Location : Charleston County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 178122
Agency: Department of Transportation-District 6
Opening Date: 07/21/2025
Closing Date: 8/3/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: HD24
Position Number:: 61032065
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN12
Hiring Range - Min.: $86,500.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $143,300.00
Opening Date: 07/21/2025
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: ***You MUST demonstrate in the education and/or work experience sections of the application that you at least meet the minimum qualifications noted for the position.*** Apply online and fully complete all sections of the application. A resume may be provided, but will not substitute for completing any section of the application. Accurately respond to all Supplemental Questions since they are part of your official application and are used to initially screen applicants. If the selected candidate indicates attainment of a college degree(s), he/she may be required to provide an official college transcript within thirty (30) calendar days of employment. Failure to provide documentation within the required time frame may result in termination of employment. SCDOT District 6 Human Resources Office at 6355 Fain St., North Charleston, SC 29406, (843) 740-1665.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

Serves as Resident Maintenance Engineer organizing, planning, and coordinating the activities of employees of a county maintenance unit. Organizes and assigns maintenance work of interstate, primary, and secondary roadways and bridges in assigned county, such as repair to road surfaces, ditching schedules, retreating schedules, vegetation management, maintenance contracts, inspections, and repairs to bridges. Supervises the employees engaged in such work and assures that performance, quality, safety, and cost effectiveness goals are achieved while adhering to all SCDOT policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. Responsible for personnel matters for the unit such as evaluations, disciplinary actions, and hiring. Supervises, plans, and coordinates daily work schedules for subordinate employees. Supervises staff to include preparing performance planning and evaluation documents and related paperwork. Coaches, counsels, and trains employees. Establishes and monitors work processes. Implements management policies and initiatives, and promotes teamwork within the organization. Receives, investigates, analyzes and makes appropriate recommendations with regard to requests for service, complaints, and suggestions from the general public, public officials, and personnel. Manages a yearly budget for maintenance activities. Supervises the purchasing of supplies and materials for maintenance operations. Represents SCDOT at public meetings, interdepartmental and inter-agency committees and study groups. Develops and coordinates training programs on basic management and highway programs. Provides professional testimony as required. Manages Shop operations in the repair of all equipment assigned to maintenance operations. Manages yearly budget for shop operations, all related reports to equipment operations and preventive maintenance. Supervises the preparation of and maintains all files, records, correspondence, requisitions, and other reports related to departmental operations and DHEC, OSHA, and facilities inspections. Manages environmental and occupational safety processes to ensure compliance. Performs duties mobilizing and directing employees during emergency situations such as storms, ice and snow conditions, road and bridge failures, major traffic events, etc. Manages, organizes, and inspects the closing of interstate, primary and secondary roadways, and bridges due to hazardous and emergency situations and operations. Sets-up detours and signage in accordance with SCDOT and MUTCD policies and procedures. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management and five (5) years of engineering or construction management work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence.

Physical Requirement: The physical demands for the essential functions of this position involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time. This position may require travel. This position may require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. This position required driving and walking for extended periods, treading rough and uneven terrain, 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. This position may be exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions and noise.

A motor vehicle operator's license is required.
Additional Comments

Applications accepted on-line at careers.sc.gov. Supplemental questions are considered part of the application and must be completed. Additional questions regarding the application process should be directed to: District 6 HR at 843-740-1665.

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.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

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.
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