About this Job Section 51 - Bridge Maintenance and Facilities Maintenance 51/50697851/MEO2HV/08.04.26-AS **Weekly Statewide Travel Required and must possess Class A CDL before appointment** 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. About This Position: If you enjoy operating heavy equipment, working outdoors, and seeing the results of your work make a lasting impact, this position offers a rewarding career in bridge construction and maintenance
As part of a skilled team, you'll operate cranes and specialized pile-driving equipment to help build, repair, and strengthen bridges throughout Louisiana. No two days are the same-you'll work on challenging projects, lead crews when needed, maintain equipment, and play an important role in keeping the state's transportation infrastructure safe and reliable. You'll also have the opportunity to support emergency response efforts when your skills are needed most.
While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Service laws, rules, and regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives. 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 Minimum Qualifications Three years of experience in mobile equipment operations. 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: Operate 35- to 50-ton cranes and pile-driving equipment to install steel, timber, concrete, and sheet piling for bridge construction, repairs, and erosion control projects across the state. Load, unload, lift, and transport heavy materials, equipment, bridge components, and oversized structures using cranes and other heavy equipment while maintaining safe work practices. Supervise and train bridge maintenance crews in the absence of the Highway Foreman, assigning work, providing guidance, and ensuring projects are completed efficiently and safely.
Perform routine equipment inspections, minor repairs, and preventive maintenance to keep cranes and heavy equipment in safe operating condition, while supporting emergency and disaster response activities when required. Position-Specific Details: Appointment Type: This position may be filled by Probation, Promotion, Job Appointment or Detail to Special Duty. License Requirements: A valid Class "A" CDL required Compensation & License Requirements: Below is the starting hourly rate and premium pay amount for this level.
Mobile Equiptment Operator 2/Heavy - Starting pay from $22.52 up to $36.03 plus an additional $2.00 for every hour worked. Applicants with extraordinary qualifications may be eligible for appointment above the minimum rate in accordance with Civil Service Rule 6.5(g). How To Apply: No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy
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*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumeswill 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: David Moak Transportation Operations Manager 985-515-1605 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: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.