Posting number: 61/50573729/EI/8.6.26-VC
Department: DOTD-Engineering & Operations
Division: District 61- Baton Rouge
Job classification: EQUIPMENT INSPECTOR
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Trades, Transportation, Miscellaneous, Maintenance
DISTRICT 61 - UNIT 70 – EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH
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.
About this position:
The primary function of this position is to assist the Equipment Superintendent in the daily activities of the Equipment Inspection office. This position is located in District61/Unit070 of the Department of Transportation and Development and reports directly to the Equipment Superintendent. The incumbent inspects and maintains current records of the district's fleet in assigned area of responsibility. This requires ongoing working knowledge of equipment and the ability to make recommendations to Equipment Superintendent for equipment replacement, repairs, and new purchases. The incumbent must be self-motivated and be able to perform duties many times with minimal supervision and be able to interpret unforeseen conditions as they may arise. The incumbent will participate in appropriate DOTD structured training programs as appropriate and attend all continuing education classes and conferences deemed necessary to facilitate the performance of required tasks.
While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Service laws, rules, and regulations as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives.
**Selected candidate must obtain a Class B CDL license at time of appointment and will be required to maintain such license while in the position.**
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional
Compensation: The starting hourly rate is $22.52 and goes up to $40.53
License Requirements Selected candidate must obtain a Class B CDL license at time of appointment and will be required to maintain such license while in the position.
How 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.
*Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Jay Nipper
Equipment Superintendent
225-231-4162
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