DISTRICT SIGN SPECIALIST 1-2 (Lake Charles)
About The Position
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. At the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), we plan, build, maintain, and protect the transportation systems that connect communities, support commerce, and keep Louisiana moving. Join the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) as a District Sign Specialist, where you'll play a key role in maintaining and installing traffic signals through the district. The overall function of this position is to install & maintain signage on state routes, including lane/road closures for District 07. Work is generally performed outdoors in various weather and terrain conditions, depending upon the nature of each assignment. This position is located in the District 07 Gang 750 of the Department of Transportation and Development and reports directly to Highway Foreman 2. The incumbent must be self-motivated and be able to perform duties many times with or without minimal supervision and also be 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. A valid Louisiana Class 'D" Chauffeur's license is required upon appointment. This posting may fill multiple positions.
Requirements
- No experience or training is required.
- Possession of a current Class D Chauffer's License.
Nice To Haves
- Self-motivated
- Able to perform duties with or without minimal supervision
- Able to interpret unforeseen conditions as they may arise
- Participate in appropriate DOTD structured training programs
- Attend all continuing education classes and conferences deemed necessary
Responsibilities
- Places traffic control devices including signs, barricades, and lights to close roadways and travel lanes on all State highways and Interstates in accordance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
- Determines exact placement requirements for speed zones, weight limits, and other regulatory signing by interpreting legal orders establishing these regulations.
- Operates and maintains all equipment to perform duties including sign truck and small tools.
Benefits
- Paid training
- Opportunities for career growth within DOTD
- Long-term career in public service
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
