MOBILE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 1, 2, HEAVY1

About This Job 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. The purpose of this position is to operate a variety of heavy equipment for the construction and maintenance of roads and bridges. This position is located in DISTRICT 05 of the Department of Transportation and Development and reports directly to a Highway Foreman 1. The incumbent must be self‑motivated and able to perform duties with minimal supervision, and to interpret unforeseen conditions as they may arise. The incumbent will participate in DOTD structured training programs and attend all continuing education classes and conferences deemed necessary to facilitate the performance of required tasks. Minimum Qualifications No experience or training is required. Job Duties Operates various types of heavy equipment as needed. Makes minor repairs to equipment as needed; performs preventative maintenance such as oil changes. Performs other duties as directed, including shoveling asphalt, digging footings for concrete forms, placing traffic control devices, delivering, loading and unloading materials and/or equipment, flagging traffic, operating power and/or hand tools, etc. Attends required training in accordance with the Department’s Structured Training Program. Obtains/maintains CDL (required for MEO 2 and MEO 1 - Heavy only); reports CDL revocation to appropriate personnel in accordance with the Departments Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Policy (PPM #25). May perform incidental repair and construction tasks such as bridge repair, drainage structure repair, installation of guardrail, fencing, fender systems and cabling at movable bridges and other structures. May perform any other tasks assigned by supervisor or higher‑level personnel to accomplish the Department’s transportation, maintenance and construction mission. May train and/or assist in training lower‑level operators or laborers. May be required to perform other duties as necessary, including but not limited to emergency/disaster support activities. Position‑Specific Details Appointment Type: Probational and Promotional Career Progression: This Position may be filled as a MEO 1, MEO 2, or MEO 1/Heavy Compensation MEO‑1 $16.06 /hourly - receives Premium Pay of $1.00/hour for all hours worked. Additionally, a 10% base pay increase is granted upon attainment of permanent status. MEO‑2 $17.18 /hourly - receives Premium Pay of $1.00/hour for all hours worked. Additionally, a 10% base pay increase is granted upon attainment of permanent status. MEO‑1/HEAVY $21.05 /hourly. Equal Opportunity 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr