ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN 1-4

About This Job

DISTRICT 02-UNIT 152
JOB NUMBER: 2/11834/ET1-4/7.22.26-SU

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! 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/

About This Job

Performs construction materials laboratory work to fulfill the Quality Assurance program for the District.
Performs sampling, testing, calibrations, inspections, and documentation for District construction projects.

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

Performs work to fulfill the District's Quality Assurance program.
Receives and processes samples from construction Gangs and Consultants for testing.
Analyzes results to ensure compliance with DOTD policies, procedures, and specifications.
Performs borings and corings of existing roadways to provide information for District Design preliminary plans.

Position-Specific Details

• Appointment Type: Probational and Promotional
  Career Progression: As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as an Engineering Technician 1, 2, 3, or 4 depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s).

• Compensation: Depends on qualifications
  Engineering Technician 1 - $14.00/hourly
  Engineering Technician 2 - $16.03/hourly
  Engineering Technician 3 - $18.35/hourly
  Engineering Technician 4 - $21.00/hourly
  Additional $2.00/Hourly Premium Pay for Every Hour Worked

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:
Maria Guccione
Engineering Technician Supv.
504-437-3170

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."

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

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