MOBILE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 1 / HEAVY

About This Job

Job Number: 62/50396002/MEO1H/07.13.26-NM
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!

About This Position

The primary function of this position is to operate heavy equipment for the purposes of road maintenance and construction. This position is located in District 62, Unit 760 of the Department of Transportation and Development and reports directly to the Highway Foreman 2. 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.

Job Duties and Other Information

• Operates track hoe, dozer, tracked loader, and front end loader to stockpile, spread and/or compact soils/granular materials, clear ditches and other drainage channels, remove tree stumps from highway right-of-way, clear brush and debris from under bridge decks.
• Operates track-hoe to install, repair or replace drainage structures, catch basin junction boxes, and load materials.
• Provide guidance to lower level operators and may oversee activities of the unit in the absence of the Highway Foreman 2.
• Makes minor repairs on equipment and performs preventative maintenance in order to maintain equipment in good operating condition.
• Operates smaller equipment, power tools and hand tools as necessary.
• May be required to perform other duties as necessary including, but not limited to, emergency/ disaster support

Minimum Qualifications

• Two 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.

Compensation

MOBILE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 1/HEAVY - A valid, unexpired Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) will be required upon appointment. Starting salary for MEO 1-HEAVY is $21.05/hour.

How To Apply

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