District Sign Specialist 1

State of Louisiana•Dry Prong, LA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

District Recruitment for Grant Parish: The overall function of the District Sign Specialist 1 is to perform the duties related to the complete installation and maintenance of highway signs throughout the District on all state and federal routes including urban and rural areas. The incumbent must be self-motivated and be able to perform duties many times without supervision or with minimal supervision and also be able to interpret and react to unforeseen conditions as they may arise. The incumbent will participate in 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.

Requirements

No experience or training is required.
Possession of a current Class D Chauffer's License.

Nice To Haves

Operate a forklift, gasoline post driver/auger, and various hand tools
Lift 75 lbs. repeatedly
Have knowledge of the use of UHF radio and proper radio etiquette

Responsibilities

Perform sign installation, replacement, and maintenance on all State Highways in accordance with the manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. This includes highway signing, construction and road closure signing, barricades, warning and other permanent and temporary signing.
Have knowledge of Louisiana vehicular laws listed in Revised Statue 32.
Utilize cell phones, GPS devices, computers and email to facilitate communication.