Equipment Operator 1 GFO

Lafourche; Galliano (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Equipment Operator 1 in Galliano Field Office, Lafourche Parish, is a full-time classified position within the Department of Public Works. The role performs semi-skilled maintenance work and operates basic rubber-tired gasoline/diesel powered trucks under 26,000 GVW and off-road heavy equipment for parish infrastructure including lights, streets, sewer, and storm drainage systems.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and at least six months of related experience;

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and at least six (6) months related experience and/or training.
• Substitution 1: Two (2) years related experience and/or training.
• Substitution 2: Equivalent combination of education and training in the operation and maintenance of basic heavy industrial equipment, including working knowledge of safety precautions.

Responsibilities

• Operate basic rubber-tired gasoline/diesel powered trucks (under 26,000 GVW) and off-road heavy equipment.
• Perform maintenance work on parish infrastructure including lights, streets, sewer, and storm drainage systems.

Skills

CDL

Tools

CDL (preferred)

Job description

JOB TITLE: Equipment Operator 1
OPENING DATE: Thursday, October 22, 2026
CLOSING DATE: 5:00 PM on Thursday, November 5, 2026
SALARY RANGE: $15.79 – $30.34 per hour at 40 hours per week
JOB TYPE: Full-time, Classified
DEPARTMENT: Department of Public Works
LOCATION: Galliano Field Office

Job Summary: Performs a variety of semi-skilled maintenance work and operates basic types of the rubber-tired gasoline/diesel powered industrial trucks (under 26,000 GVW) and off-road heavy equipment in the construction, maintenance, and repair of parish infrastructure including its lights, streets, sewer, and storm drainage systems.

Minimum Qualification: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and at least six (6) months related experience and/or training
Substitution 1: Two (2) years related experience and/or training
Substitution 2: Equivalent combination of education and training in the operation and maintenance of basic heavy industrial equipment, including working knowledge of the operational hazards and associated safety precautions in the utilization of heavy equipment

• Basic knowledge in general contracting/constructing procedures and methods required.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred.
• Proof of all certifications must be provided.

A valid driver’s license issued by a state other than Louisiana is acceptable for application; however, once an employment offer is extended for a position, an applicant will have thirty (30) days to obtain the required Louisiana license. Failure to obtain a Louisiana driver’s license may disqualify an applicant from permanent employment in any position. Maintains acceptable driving record in addition to a valid Louisiana license.

Applicants are subject to Civil Service procedures and testing, must be at least 18 years of age, pass a drug screen.