The overall function of this position is to provide DOTD with a well-trained, government-certified herbicide applicator responsible for the proper application of a variety of chemicals across a wide range of geographic landscapes within assigned parish(es) of Louisiana. This position reports directly to the Parish Highway Maintenance Superintendent of Unit 570 (Red River Maintenance Unit). The incumbent must have specialized knowledge of appropriate application rates, methods, and chemical selection for targeted vegetation, as well as expected results. The position is also responsible for maintaining herbicide inventory and ensuring compliance with all safety standards, including reading and interpreting product labels and safety data sheets to protect the public, the environment, and the employee.

Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency: http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx

** This is a promotional opportunity for permanent DOTD employees only. **

Two years of experience in mobile equipment operations. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .

Job Duties:

• Applies herbicides to control roadside vegetation using spray trucks, tractor-mounted equipment, and handheld/backpack sprayers across highways, bridges, signs, and drainage areas.
• Measures, mixes, and handles herbicides; loads equipment; maintains safety documentation (MSDS), calibration, spill response readiness, and accurate application records.
• Performs routine maintenance and minor repairs on spray equipment to ensure safe and effective operation.
• Completes miscellaneous duties as needed, including vegetation removal, debris cleanup, brine application, and equipment/material handling during non-spraying periods or emergencies.
• Provides functional supervision and training to support staff, attends required training/recertification, and participates in DOTD training programs while assisting with emergency/disaster response as needed.

Position-Specific Details:
License Requirements Before Permanent Status: Louisiana Class "A" CDL License and a current Herbicide Equipment Applicator License issued by the Louisiana Department of Agriculture
Appointment Type: Promotional

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:

For further information about this vacancy, contact: Sam Dupree
Transportation Operations Manager
318-935-5233

"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.”

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DOTD EMPLOYEES: Refer to appropriate EDSM directive for required structured training requirements and PPM #59 Workforce Development on training guidelines. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the work experience sections of the application.

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