Highway Foreman 1

State of Louisiana•Arcadia, LA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position serves as one of the Highway Foreman's for Bienville Parish. The incumbent is required to have specialized knowledge of the use of heavy equipment and computers, and tablets. Must be knowledgeable in safe operation of passenger vehicles as well as other equipment operated by Highway Foreman 1's. This position requires the incumbent to possess and maintain licensing in the following areas Class A CDL License. This vacancy is a promotion open to current DOTD employees only and may be filled by a detail to special duty. This is a promotional opportunity for DOTD employees only.

Requirements

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 industrial or heavy mobile equipment. NOTE: Experience in any combination of the qualifying fields will be accepted.
Class "A" CDL before appointment.

Nice To Haves

Specialized knowledge of the use of heavy equipment and computers, and tablets.
Knowledgeable in safe operation of passenger vehicles as well as other equipment operated by Highway Foreman 1's.

Responsibilities

Supervises a 5–6 member highway maintenance crew in the safe operation of heavy equipment and performance of road maintenance activities, including traffic control, pothole patching, drainage work, mowing, and construction tasks.
Coordinates daily work assignments, schedules maintenance and repairs with the Parish Highway Maintenance Superintendent, and supports crew training, evaluations, and performance management.
Assists with oversight of equipment maintenance and ensures accurate reporting and documentation of work activities, labor, equipment, and materials.
Addresses complaints and service requests from public officials, property owners, and the general public by taking appropriate corrective action.
Responds to emergencies on a 24-hour basis and serves in the absence of the Parish Highway Maintenance Superintendent as needed, including supporting disaster response efforts.