Posting number: 62/50366871/MEO1_H1/11.12.26NM
Department: DOTD-Engineering & Operations
Division: District 62- Hammond
Job classification: MOBILE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 1
Posting type: Open
Categories: Transportation, Drivers
Exam Plan: 62/50366871/MEO1_H1/11.12.26NM
D62/ U776/ MEO 1, 2, OR HEAVY 1 - HAMMOND , LA
Help 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.
The primary purpose of this position is to operate a variety of heavy equipment for the District Striping Unit 776, this position 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. 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, and abilities, as well as maintain the following licensing:
No experience or training is required.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Depending on assignment and experience level, Mobile Equipment Operators may:
This role requires reliability, safety awareness, and the ability to adapt to changing work conditions.
Class D, Chauffeur’s License will be required upon appointment. The starting salary for MEO 1 is $16.06/hour; this job title receives Premium Pay in the amount of $1.00/hour for every hour worked. Additionally, a 10% base pay increase will be granted upon attainment of permanent status.
Class A, Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) will be required upon appointment. The starting salary for MEO 2 is $17.18/hour; this job title receives Premium Pay in the amount of $1.00/hour for every hour worked. Additionally, a 10% base pay increase will be granted upon attainment of permanent status.
Class A, Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) will be required upon appointment. 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.
Career Progression: This position may be filled as Mobile Equipment Operator 1, Mobile Equipment Operator 2, or Mobile Equipment Operator 1-Heavy, based on qualifications and agency needs.
Licensing Requirements: Certain levels may require a valid Louisiana Class “D” Chauffeur’s License or CDL prior to permanent appointment or start date, depending on assignment.
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 apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
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Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Jason Pingo
Transportation Operations Manager
(985) 375-0119
Jason.Pingno@LA.GOV
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