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Louisiana.gov lists this MOBILE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 1--HEAVY opportunity in independence, Louisiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
About This JobHelp keep Louisiana's roads and bridges safe while building a long-term career in public service. This position offers hands-on work, paid training, and opportunities for career growth within DOTD. This position is part of a District Wide Heavy Facility/Road Maintenance crew that is responsible for painting, using various hand tools, operating heavy equipment such as: asphalt paving machines, large roller, tack truck and milling machine for asphalt and milling operations, installing large cross drain culverts, assisting with erosion repair jobs and various facility maintenance projects throughout District 62. This position is located at the Independence maintenance unit 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. The incumbent will participate in appropriate DOTD structured training programs and attend all continuing education classes and conferences deemed necessary to facilitate the performance of required tasks. The incumbent is required to possess a Class A CDL, pass random drug screens, have working knowledge of a computer, and be able to lift 50 lbs. While in official capacity, DOTD manuals, and directives. applicable Louisiana and Civil Service laws, rules, and regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals and directives.Minimum QualificationsTwo years of experience in mobile equipment operations.Job SpecificationThe official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties And Other InformationJob Duties:Performs heavy facility maintenance, construction, and renovation of all DOTD owned buildings, facilities, and welcome centers.Performs manual labor and material hauling for but not limited to asphalt paving operations, cross drain installation projects, and excavation and embankment projects.Perform routine equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenanceSupport traffic control, cleanup, and emergency response activitiesPerform physical tasks such as lifting, loading materials, and using hand and power toolsAssist or guide lower-level operators as neededThis role requires reliability, safety awareness, and the ability to adapt to changing work conditions.Position-Specific Details:Compensation: The starting salary for MEO 1/Heavy will be $21.05 /hour. Additional compensation may be considered impart with extraordinary qualifications in accordance with State Civil Service Rules and DOTD policy.Please list all work experience on your application. Failure to include all work experience may affect your eligibility for this position.Licensing Requirements: Class A, Commercial Driver's License (CDL) will be required upon appointment. The incumbent is required to maintain possession of a valid Louisiana Class A CDL while appointed to this position.Appointment Type: This position may be filled as either a probational appointment (open to all qualified applicants); a promotion (open to all statewide classified and Agency-wide permanent status employees); or by detail to special duty.Additional Information: This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Applicants with the following are encouraged to applyHow 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. Applicants can check the status of their application at any time by selecting the 'Application Status' link after logging into their account.* Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.BenefitsLouisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program: Insurance Coverage More information can be found at Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found at Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. ***** Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase. Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to): Louisiana State Employees Retirement System ( LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana ( Louisiana School Employees Retirement System ( among others
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independence, LA, 70443, US
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