Mobile Equipment Operator 1, 2, or 1/Heavy

State of Louisiana•Baton Rouge, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is hiring Mobile Equipment Operators for District 61, Unit 720 in East Baton Rouge Parish. The role supports road and bridge maintenance and construction by operating equipment and helping keep Louisiana’s transportation systems safe. No experience or training is required; training is provided, with opportunities for career progression. Depending on qualifications and agency needs, the position may be filled as Mobile Equipment Operator 1, Mobile Equipment Operator 2, or Mobile Equipment Operator 1-Heavy. A 10% base pay increase is granted upon attainment of permanent status where applicable. This is an outdoor, physically active position that may involve varying weather conditions, shift or night work, overtime, travel, or emergency call-outs, depending on assignment. The position reports to a Highway Foreman 2.

Requirements

No experience or training is required.
Certain levels may require a valid Louisiana Class D Chauffeur’s License or CDL prior to permanent appointment or the start date, depending on assignment.

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.
Adapt to changing work conditions while demonstrating reliability and safety awareness.