Mobile Equipment Operator 1, 2, or Heavy 1 (Bridge)

State of Louisiana•Chase, LA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Help keep Louisiana’s roads and bridges safe while building a long-term career in public service. This position offers hands-on work, paid training, and opportunities for career growth within DOTD. 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. Mobile Equipment Operators help keep Louisiana’s roads and bridges safe by operating equipment to support maintenance and construction work. This position offers a 10% base pay increase upon attainment of permanent status (where applicable). No experience is required — training is provided, with opportunities for career progression. This is an outdoor, physically active role that may involve varying weather conditions, shift work, nightwork, overtime, travel, or emergency call-outs depending on assignment. This position is located in Franklin Parish, District 58, Unit 720 and reports to the Highway Foreman 2.

Requirements

Class D, Chauffeur’s License will be required upon appointment (for MEO 1)
Class A, Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) will be required upon appointment (for MEO 2 and MEO 1/Heavy)
Reliability
Safety awareness
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