Mobile Equipment Operator 2- Heavy

State of Louisiana•Hammond, LA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The position operates heavy equipment as part of the Interstate Statewide Sign Maintenance functions. This includes the installation, maintenance, and repair of signs on Interstate, LA and US routes. The incumbent is required to operate the following equipment: Digger trucks, Platform Trucks, Forklifts, Frontend loaders, Dump Trucks, Backhoe, Bobcat. This position requires the incumbent to possess and maintain a Class A commercial drivers license with air brakes at time of appointment. While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Services laws, rules and regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives.

Requirements

Three years of experience in mobile equipment operations.
Possess and maintain a Class A commercial drivers license with air brakes at time of appointment.
Weekly Statewide Travel Required

Nice To Haves

Assists the Foreman in the inspection of damaged signs and supports to determine material needs to complete the work.
Also, help out on construction Sign Inspection when necessary.
Ensure that the equipment has necessary supplies for daily operations.

Responsibilities

Operates heavy equipment for the installation, maintenance and repair of signs and supports on Interstate and US routes Statewide.
Operates equipment including a crane/dragline (truck or track mounted) with a lifting capacity of greater than or equal to 40,000 pounds, and a truck mounted I Statewide Crew platform.
Assists the Foreman in the inspection of damaged signs and supports to determine material needs to complete the work.
Helps erect specific traffic control devise such as cones and work zone signing prior to starting the work.
Assumes supervisory responsibilities when the Foreman is absent.
Operate small handheld equipment such as impact wrenches, drills, air rivet guns, etc. to assist in the mounting or repair of signs or supports.