District Sign Specialist 1 - 2

Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) in District 05/Unit 750 seeks a District Sign Specialist to install and maintain highway signs across state and federal routes, in urban and rural areas. The role is outdoor and physically active, with training provided and opportunities for career growth.

No prior experience is required; a current Class D Chauffeur's License is required. Expect shift work, potential nights, overtime, travel, and emergency call-outs as assigned.

Qualifications

• No experience or training is required.
• Possession of a current Class D Chauffeur's License.

Responsibilities

• Possess a Class D Chauffeur's License.
• Pass random drug testing.
• Operate a forklift, gasoline post driver/auger, and various hand tools.
• Lift 75 lbs. repeatedly.
• Know how to use a UHF radio and proper radio etiquette.
• Use cell phones, GPS, computer and email to communicate.

Skills

Class D Chauffeur's License

Job description

About This Job

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.

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.

District Sign Specialist help keep Louisiana’s roads and bridges safe by performing the duties related to the complete installation and maintenance of highway signs throughout the District on all state and federal routes including urban and rural areas.

No experience is required — training is provided, with opportunities for career progression. Possession of a current Class D Chauffeur's License required.

This is an outdoor, physically active role that may involve varying weather conditions, shift work, night work, overtime, travel, or emergency call‑outs depending on assignment.

Positions are located in Ouachita Parish, District 05/Unit 750 and report to a Highway Foreman 2 or a District Sign Specialist Leader.

Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency: http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx

Minimum Qualifications

No experience or training is required.

Necessary Special Requirement

Possession of a current Class D Chauffeur's License.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties

Depending on assignment and experience level, District Sign Specialist may:

• Possess a Class D Chauffeur's License
• Pass random drug testing
• Operate a forklift, gasoline post driver/auger, and various hand tools
• Lift 75 lbs. repeatedly
• Have knowledge of the use of UHF radio and proper radio etiquette
• Utilize cell phones, GPS devices, computer and email to facilitate communication.

This role requires reliability, safety awareness, and the ability to adapt to changing work conditions.

Compensation

Position-Specific Details:

• District Sign Specialist 1- $17.18 Hourly
• District Sign Specialist 2- $19.67 Hourly

Career Progression: This position may be filled as District Sign Specialist 1 or District Sign Specialist 2, based on qualifications and agency needs.

Licensing Requirements

Certain levels may require a valid Louisiana Class “D” Chauffeur’s License or CDL prior to permanent appointment or start date, depending on assignment.

Appointment Type

This position may be filled as either a probational appointment (open to all qualified applicants); a promotion (open to all statewide classified and Agency‑wide permanent status employees); or by detail to special duty.

Additional Information

This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

Contact Information

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

• Todd Freeman
• Transportation Operations Manager
• 318-342-0125
• [e-mail]

Louisiana is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.

Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp