Mobile Equipment Operator ; Heavy

OUR MISSION

The mission of this agency is to provide flood protection through the operation and maintenance of a large flood control system which consists of levees, pumping stations, floodgates, flood walls, and drainage structures.

The goal of the maintenance department is to ensure that the flood control measures are responsible for operating in the manner they were designed.

Two years of experience in mobile equipment operations.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here
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• Operates the following heavy equipment to maintain levees and drainage channels as needed:
  • Bulldozers
  • Excavators
  • Backhoes
  • Motor Grader
  • Dump Truck(s)
  • Tractor Trailer
  • Forklift
  • Tractor with Various Implements
  • Skid Steer

Inspects the levee system and other flood control infrastructure to ensure that systems are operating as designed. Performs maintenance on all equipment, facilities, and other agency assets as needed.

Operates storm water pump stations and other storm water structures as needed. May be required to perform other duties as necessary including but not limited to those related to emergency/disaster.

Appointment Type: Probational

Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.

Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

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

No Civil Service test score or assessment 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.

* Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.*

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Jordan Girtman

Tensas Basin Levee District

Jordan.

Girtman