Mobile Equipment Operator , Or Heavy
Listed on 2026-02-03
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Transportation
Driver, General Labor, Truck Driver
Overview
District 62 - Unit 776
- Hammond, LA
JOB NUMBER: 62//MEO1H1/01.30.26-TR
The LA DOTD is a diverse organization with approximately 4,000 employees state-wide. Our agency employs individuals in professional, technical, and administrative support positions to provide a strong and reliable transportation system. We seek talented and innovative people who demonstrate excellence while delivering transportation systems that enhance quality of life and facilitate economic growth.
About This Job
District 62 - Unit 776
- Hammond, LA
JOB NUMBER: 62//MEO1H1/01.30.26-TR
The LA DOTD is a diverse organization with approximately 4,000 employees state-wide. Our agency employs individuals in professional, technical, and administrative support positions to provide a strong and reliable transportation system. We seek talented and innovative people who demonstrate excellence while delivering transportation systems that enhance quality of life and facilitate economic growth.
Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./
The incumbent will operate a 320hp, 64,000gvw, flatbed, two axle striping truck on straight and curved roadway sections for appropriate lines on highways. Duties include operating the truck s control box, loading paint, water, beads in storage tanks, and operating a forklift. This incumbent reports directly to a Highway Foreman 2. The incumbent will participate in appropriate DOTD structured training programs.
Minimum Qualifications
No experience or training is required.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties
Job Duties and Other Information
- Operating heavy mobile equipment such as bulldozers, graders, loaders, and other machinery for road construction, maintenance, and repair.
- Performing routine inspections and minor maintenance on equipment to ensure safe operation.
- Assisting in highway and bridge maintenance tasks, including clearing debris, grading surfaces, and transporting materials.
- Following safety protocols and DOTD operational guidelines during equipment use.
- Working under the direction of a Highway Foreman and possibly assisting in training or guiding less experienced operators.
Position-Specific Details
Appointment Type:
Probational
Career Progression:
As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a Mobile Equipment Operator 1, 2 or 1/Heavy depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s).
Work Schedule:
Work hours are to be determined, Monday - Friday.
Compensation
MOBILE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 1 – Valid Louisiana driver’s license will be required upon appointment. Starting salary for MEO-1 is $16.06/hourly with an additional $1.00/hour for all hours worked. Additionally, a 10% base pay increase will be granted upon attainment of permanent status.
MOBILE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 2 - Class A Commercial Driver s License (CDL) will be required upon appointment. Starting salary for MEO-2 is $17.18/hourly with an additional $1.00 for all hours worked. Additionally, a 10% base pay increase will be granted upon attainment of permanent status.
MOBILE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 1/HEAVY - Class A, Commercial Driver s License (CDL) will be required upon appointment. Starting salary for MEO-1/HEAVY is $21.05/hourly.
Required
The incumbent is required to possess the following specialized knowledge, skills, abilities, as well as to maintain the following licensing and operate the following equipment:
- Class A CDL license is required within 12 months of employment.
- Drug test is required
- Will need working knowledge of light computer work
- May require work involving night time operations or call outs for emergencies that occur outside of normal work hours.
- Lifting: a maximum of 50 pounds may be required, due to servicing equipment.
How To Apply
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
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