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About this Job DISTRICT 07-BRIDGE INSPECTION -UNIT 051 At DOTD, our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity. If you're driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact-this could be the opportunity for you.

The overall function of this position is to perform in-depth inspections of all on-system and off-system bridges in District 07. This position is located in District 07 Unit 051, Bridge Inspection Unit of the Department of Transportation and Development. 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 Possession of a high school diploma or GED; OR Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance

Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties: Takes lead in working with local government officials and other public agencies to facilitate bridge inspections and the closing and/or opening of bridges. Prepares the appropriate forms and reports regarding each bridge inspected and incorporates these into files on each bridge to include comprehensive measurements, photographs, sketches and documentation of bridge deficiencies and conditions.

Reviews deficiencies and conditions of off-system bridges with bridge owners. Conducts in-depth inspections of new and existing on-system and off-system bridges in an assigned area. Position-Specific Details: Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional Career Progression: As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as an Bridge Inspector 1, 2, 3, or 4 depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s).

Work Schedule: Work hours may vary Compensation: Bridge Inspector 1 - Starting salary is $16.03/hourly with an additional $3.00 premium pay for every hour worked. Bridge Inspector 2 - Starting salary is $18.35/hourly with an additional $3.00 premium pay for every hour worked. Bridge Inspector 3 - Starting salary is $19.63/hourly with an additional $2.00 premium pay for every hour worked

Bridge Inspector 4 - Starting salary is $24.04/hourly with an additional $2.00 premium pay for every hour worked. Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. 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: Sadie Kingrey Engineer 6 (337) 437-9265 DOTD EMPLOYEES: Refer to appropriate EDSM directive for required structured training requirements and PPM # 59 Workforce Development on training guidelines. "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 is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.