MOBILE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 2-HEAVY
State of Louisiana
About this Job
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District 62 - Unit 760 - Independence, LA
JOB NUMBER: 62/86420/MEOH2/03.17.26-TR
*** THIS IS A PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY FOR DOTD CURRENT PERMANENT CLASSIFIED EMPLOYEES ONLY ***
The LA DOTD is a diverse organization with approximately 4,000 employees state-wide. Our agency employs individuals in professional, technical, and administrative support positions to provide a strong and reliable transportation system. We seek talented and innovative people who demonstrate excellence while delivering transportation systems that enhance quality of life and facilitate economic growth.
This position is part of a heavy road maintenance crew that is responsible for using various hand tools, operating heavy equipment and dump trucks for asphalt and milling operations, installing large cross drain culverts, assisting with erosion repair jobs and various building maintenance projects.
The incumbent is required to possess a Class A CDL, pass random drug screens, have working knowledge of a computer, and be able to lift 50 lbs.
Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency:
https://dotd.la.gov/about/office-of-management-and-finance/human-resources/career-center/
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of experience in mobile equipment operations.
Job Specification
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The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
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Job Duties:
Serves as the primary operator of a lowboy truck to load, transport, and deliver a wide range of heavy and light district equipment.
Operates additional lower-level equipment such as dump trucks, skid steers, rollers, tractors, and various attachments.
Performs routine safety inspections, reports equipment issues, and follows proper binding procedures to ensure safe transport.
Conducts minor mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance, and completes required documentation.
Assists with other assigned duties as needed, including emergency or disaster response activities.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Promotional, open only to current permanent classified employees of DOTD.
Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.
Work Schedule: Work hours are to be determined.
Compensation: Starting salary for MEO-2 HEAVY is $22.52/hourly
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 the position 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. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Michael Magee
Transportation Operations Manager
985-878-3228
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.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.
Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here:
Louisiana Rehabilitation Services - Vocational Rehabilitation - Louisiana Workforce Commission (laworks.net).