Field Office Supervisor TFO

Lafourche; Thibodaux (LA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Lafourche Parish Government’s Department of Public Works in Thibodaux is seeking a Field Office Supervisor responsible for day-to-day field operations, administration, and supervising staff at the Thibodaux Field Office. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, at least five years of related experience, and a CDL or ability to obtain one.

The position offers full-time, with a salary range of $23.31–$45.03 per hour, and involves maintenance of roads, bridges, pump stations, and drainage

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5 years related experience and/or training.
• CDL preferred or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex administrative, skilled, semi-skilled, technical, and supervisory work in public works facilities.
• Oversee maintenance and operation of parish roads, bridges, pump stations, and drainage systems.
• Ensure safety procedures and compliance with civil service rules.

Skills

Public works equipment operation

Supervisory experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

JOB TITLE: Field Office Supervisor
OPENING DATE: Wednesday, September 23, 2026
CLOSING DATE:5:00 PM on Thursday, October 8, 2026
SALARY RANGE: $23.31 – $45.03 per hour at 40 hours per week
JOB TYPE: Full-time, Classified
DEPARTMENT: Department of Public Works
LOCATION: Thibodaux Field Office

Job Summary: Performs a variety of routine and complex administrative, skilled, semi-skilled, technical, and supervisory work activities in the day-to-day operations of public works facilities in the maintenance and operation of the Parish roads, bridges, pump stations, and drainage systems of the Lafourche Parish Government.

Minimum Qualification: High school diploma or general equivalency degree (GED); and five (5) years related experience and/or training.
Substitution: Equivalent combination of education and training in the performance of public works equipment operation and maintenance.
*Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or ability to obtain one strongly preferred.

Must possess the ability to exercise independent judgment within established systems and procedures. Substantial knowledge of construction management and the operation and maintenance of public infrastructure operations and maintenance, including working knowledge of occupational safety procedures and first-aid methods required. Experience in heavy equipment operation and maintenance required.

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, and must meet the following submission procedures: Application must be completely filled out and signed by applicant. Resumes received without applications and/or applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Original application must be submitted in a sealed envelope addressed to the “Lafourche Parish Civil Service Department.”