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JOB NUMBER: 5/9880/MEO1,2,1HVY/3.25.26-jj

At DOTD, our mission is to innovatively develop and sustain safe and reliable infrastructure comprising highways, multimodal transportation assets, micro-mobility systems, and public works. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.

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 in D05/Maintenance Section of the Department of Transportation and Development and reports directly to HF 1. 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 the following heavy machinery as needed: Asphalt Distributor (truck mounted), Backhoes, Front end loaders, Bucket/ladder trucks, Cranes/draglines (lifting capacity >20,000 lbs but <40,000 lbs, Dozers (<140>
• Operates skid steers, rollers, jet air patcher, 72-hp tractors with 15ft. bat wing mowers, and tractor mounted slope mower. Installs and maintains temporary traffic control devices and serves as a flag person during traffic control operations. Uses a variety of hand tools such as: shovels, rakes, jackhammer, demolition saw, chain saw, string trimmer, and pole saw. Performs manual tasks such as pothole patching, manual cutting of bush and grass, ditch digging, cleaning buildings, assisting in mud jack operations, cutting trees, collecting litter, cleaning & repairing of Asphaltic Concrete and Portland Cement Concrete Pavements as well as bridge decks, and other manual tasks as needed to accomplish the department’s mission.
• 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.
• Will need light computer skills
• May require nighttime operations or call outs for emergencies that occur outside of normal work hours
• Lifting a maximum of 50 pounds will be required. Manual lifting of more than 50 pounds requires assistance

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional

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:

MEO 1 – $16.06/hr - Class D, Chauffeur’s license will be required upon appointment. 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

MEO 2 – $17.18/hr - Class A, Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) will be required upon appointment. 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

MEO 1/HEAVY – $21.05/hr - Class A, Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) will be required upon appointment.

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.

Contact Information:

(318) 428-3171

"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."

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

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.