Equipment Superintendent

State of Louisiana • Alexandria, LA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

District 08-UNIT 070 Alexandria, LA Job Number: 08/13509/ES/10.09.26-JC District Recruitment for Rapides Parish: 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. Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency. The overall function of this position is Equipment Superintendent for District 08. The employee needs to be self-motivated and be able to perform duties many times without supervision or with minimal supervision and also be able to interpret unforeseen conditions as they may arise. The employee will participate in DOTD structed training programs as appropriate and attend all continuing education classes and conferences deemed necessary to facilitate the performance of required tasks. This is a hands-on field role that requires attention to detail, safety awareness, and strong documentation skills. Position is located in Rapides, District 08/Unit 070 and report to ADA of Operations.

Requirements

• Four years of experience or training as a mechanic
• Four years of experience in the inspection of automotive equipment
• Four years of experience in the operation or inspection of heavy-duty gasoline or diesel land-based equipment.

Responsibilities

• Represents, on a district basis, the Department of Transportation and Development Equipment Unit to render assistance to District Administrators, Parish Superintendents, Equipment and Auto Shop Supervisors in preventive maintenance, equipment inspection and maintenance programs.
• Manages the operation of a large shop engaged in the repair of a wide range of vehicles, heavy mobile maintenance and/or construction equipment.
• May conduct on-site preventive maintenance and safety inspections of light and heavy equipment, write reports on equipment condition and recommend corrective action.
• Discusses the need for various types of equipment with District Administrators, Equipment Supervisors and others; makes recommendations for specifications for purchase of equipment including revising and updating current specifications.
• Maintains inventory on equipment showing location, physical history and current mechanical condition.
• May be required to perform other duties as necessary including, but not limited to, emergency/disaster support activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed