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ABOUT THIS JOB

The purpose of this position is to operate a variety of heavy equipment for the purposes of road/bridge construction and maintenance. This position is located in D05/Maintenance Section of the Department of Transportation and Development and reports directly to HF 2. The incumbent must be self-motivated and be able to perform duties with minimal supervision and able to interpret unforeseen conditions as they may arise. The incumbent will participate in appropriate DOTD structured training programs and attend all continuing education classes and conferences deemed necessary to facilitate the performance of required tasks.

No experience or training is required.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

• Operates heavy equipment such as the following: Asphalt Distributor (truck mounted), Backhoes, Front end loaders, Bucket/ladder trucks, Cranes/draglines, dozers, etc.

• Perform duties as directed, such as shoveling asphalt, digging footings for setting concrete forms, placing traffic control devices, delivering, loading and unloading materials and /or equipment, flagging traffic, operating power and/or hand tools etc.

• May perform incidental repair and construction tasks such as installation of guardrail, fencing, pipe, catch basin, and drainage structure. Keeps records ad required by supervisor, which may include, petty cash tickets, requisitions, inventory, daily work reports etc. May be required to perform a wide variety of assigned duties and tasks necessary to accomplish the overall mission of the unit or section.

• Performs minor repairs, services, preventative maintenance, and cleans equipment in accordance with operator’s manual and manufacture’s recommendations to keep equipment operating efficiently and safely.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Mobile Equipment Operator 1, 2, or 1/Heavy.

Work Schedule: Work hours are 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Thursday.

Compensation: This position is eligible for premium pay of up to $2.00 per hour. A 10% base pay increase will be granted upon attainment of permanent status for employees hired as a Mobile Equipment Operator 1 or 2.

• MOBILE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 1: Class D, Chauffeur’s license will be required upon appointment. The starting salary for MEO-1 will be $16.06 hourly.

• MOBILE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 2: Class A, Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) will be required upon appointment. The starting salary for MEO-2 will be $17.18 hourly.

• MOBILE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 1/HEAVY: Class A, Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) will be required upon appointment. The starting salary for MEO-1/HEAVY will be $21.05 hourly.

The incumbent is required to possess the following specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as maintain the following licensing:

1. Class A CDL license is required

2. Drug test is required

3. Will need light computer skills

4. May require nighttime operations or call outs for emergencies that occur outside of normal work hours

5. Lifting of a maximum of 50 pounds will be required. Manual lifting of more than 50 pounds requires assistance

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

* Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

DOTD EMPLOYEES: Refer to appropriate EDSM directive for required structured training requirements and PPM # 59 Workforce Development on training guidelines or call District 05 Training office at (318) 342-0181.

Contact Information:

Brad Trichel
Transportation Operations Manager
(318) 342-0126

"The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type."