Mobile Equipment Operator 1, 2, or Heavy 1 (Harrisonburg)
About The Position
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is hiring a Mobile Equipment Operator in Catahoula Parish, District 58, Unit 540. Mobile Equipment Operators operate equipment to support road and bridge maintenance and construction, helping keep Louisiana’s transportation systems safe. The role may be filled at the Mobile Equipment Operator 1, Mobile Equipment Operator 2, or Mobile Equipment Operator 1-Heavy level, based on qualifications and agency needs, and reports to the Highway Foreman 1. No experience or training is required, and training is provided. The position offers opportunities for career progression and a 10% base pay increase upon attainment of permanent status, where applicable. Depending on assignment, work may involve outdoor duties in varying weather, shift work, nightwork, overtime, travel, or emergency call-outs. Work hours are 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Thursday. Starting pay is $16.06 per hour for Mobile Equipment Operator 1, plus $1.00 per hour for every hour worked in premium pay; $17.18 per hour for Mobile Equipment Operator 2, plus $1.00 per hour for every hour worked in premium pay; and $21.05 per hour for Mobile Equipment Operator 1-Heavy. A Class D Chauffeur’s License is required upon appointment for MEO 1; a Class A CDL is required upon appointment for MEO 2 and MEO 1-Heavy. Licensing requirements may vary by assignment and may apply before permanent appointment or the start date.
Requirements
- No experience or training is required.
- A Class D Chauffeur’s License is required upon appointment for Mobile Equipment Operator 1.
- A Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is required upon appointment for Mobile Equipment Operator 2 and Mobile Equipment Operator 1-Heavy.
- Reliability, safety awareness, and the ability to adapt to changing work conditions.
Responsibilities
- Operate heavy and specialized equipment used in road and bridge maintenance.
- Assist with construction, repair, and upkeep of highways and bridges.
- Perform routine equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance.
- Support traffic control, cleanup, and emergency response activities.
- Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Perform physical tasks such as lifting, loading materials, and using hand and power tools.
- Assist or guide lower-level operators as needed.
Benefits
- 10% base pay increase upon attainment of permanent status, where applicable.
- Paid training.
- Opportunities for career growth and progression.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
