Posting number: 62/HF2/50366870/08.07.26NM
Department: DOTD-Engineering & Operations
Division: District 62- Hammond
Job classification: HIGHWAY FOREMAN 2
Posting type: Open
Categories: Trades, Miscellaneous
The primary function of this position is to serve as a Highway Foreman 2 for the District Striping Unit 776, this position reports directly to the District Traffic Operations Manager. The general duties of this position are to schedule and supervise the daily activities of the mobile equipment operators on the striping crew, which specializes in marking on all State and Federal highways, in accordance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. The incumbent must be self-motivated and be able to perform duties many times with or without minimal supervision and be able to interpret unforeseen conditions as they may arise. Required to be on call 24 hours a day and must perform duties in all types of weather. 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.
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:
Four years of experience in the construction, maintenance, or repair of roads, bridges, levees, drainage facilities, wharfs, buildings, or grounds; OR
Four years of experience in the operation or maintenance of electronically controlled locks or industrial or heavy mobile equipment.
NOTE:
Experience in any combination of the qualifying fields will be accepted.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here
Job Duties:
Schedules, assigns, and supervises the daily activities of the striping crew engaged in applying centerline, edge lines and "No Passing" stripes, reflectorized pavement markers, thermoplastic tape for layout railroad crossings, pedestrian crosswalks, stop bars, turning lanes, arrows and "Only" legends on state highways
Incumbent insures that employees acquire necessary training to operate specialized equipment. Evaluate employee's daily job performance and use this documentation to conduct performance evaluations at the fiscal year end. Recommend personnel actions to District Traffic Operations Specialist
Collects and maintains reflectivity/condition data for Districts striping database using reflectivity meter and personal computer or laptop. Schedule supplies, material, equipment, and the appropriate man-power to be delivered on site. Accounts for man-power, equipment, and material on daily work reports
Ensures that all striping work conforms to the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and the Department's specifications
Assign crew-members as needed to assist the sign shop with road closures, interstate lane closures, sign installations, replacement, and maintenance of highway signs.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational
Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.
Work Schedule: Work hours are to be determined, Monday - Friday.
Pay Information: Highway Foreman 2 - $25.79 hrly / $2,063.20 Bi-weekly
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here:
Louisiana Rehabilitation Services - Vocational Rehabilitation - Louisiana Workforce Commission (laworks.net) .
“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.”
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.
Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency: https://dotd.la.gov/about/office-of-management-and-finance/human-resources/career-center/
Contact Information:
Jason Pigno
Transportation Operations Manager
(985) 375-0119
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