FOREMAN (ELECTRICAL) 1, 2, OR 3

State of Louisiana; Carville (LA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

Retirement LASERS

Job summary

State of Louisiana seeks an Electrical Foreman to oversee operation and maintenance of boiler and related equipment at a major facility. The role includes shift responsibility in the supervisor's absence and ensuring continuous steam generation and safe plant operations.

Responsibilities extend to water treatment, energy conservation, and monitoring of electrical switchgear, alarms, and logs. The position requires compliance with safety, ethics, and training requirements, with non-remote,

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Driver's License.
• Must be available to report to duty during emergencies for extended hours.
• Must meet physical requirements to perform functions of the position.
• Must attend Louisiana Military Department (LMD) annual training and other required training.
• Must adhere to the Code of Ethics and foster a Sexual Harassment-Free Environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain boilers and related equipment to sustain steam production.
• Provide shift responsibility in the absence of the Utility Supervisor.
• Maintain a closed loop heating/cooling system and manage water treatment.
• Monitor INET system, alarms, temperatures, and logs; respond as required.
• Perform routine inspection and minor repairs and ensure safety compliance.

Job description

ANNOUNCEMENT NO. 170-2026 BENEFITS

OPENING DATE:September 24, 2026 Retirement:LASERS

CLOSING DATE:October 08, 2026 Insurance:Medical, Dental, & Vision

Paid Holidays:10 plus proclaimed

*SALARY: Aannual Leave:96 hours per year with tenure increases

MW-213 $45,784 - $52,541 Sick Leave:96 hours per year with tenure increase

MW-214 $46,842 - $56,222

MW-215 $50,128 - $70,179

*Salary indicates typical starting range.

Level will be determined by qualifications.

JOB TYPE:Unclassified*

*Current Classified employees must give up their designation to accept this position.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Serves as Electrical Foreman under the general supervision of the Utilities Supervisor; and is primarily responsible for the continuous operation, maintenance and repair of one BHP Fire Tube hot water boiler, one 250 BHP Fire Tube high pressure boiler, one 350 BHP Fire Tube high pressure boiler, and the accessory equipment used on the manufacture of the steam. Has shift responsibility in the absence of the Utility Superintendent. Responsible for providing low pressure steam heat to a substantial number of buildings and the operation, maintenance and repair of the equipment necessary to always maintain a closed loop heating and cooling system. During Nights, weekends holidays, and as required by Supervisor; act as Operator in charge of a one million gallon per day water supply (in addition; operas, maintains and repairs water softeners to provide zero hardness water to boilers, laundry and kitchen. Responsible during nights, weekends, holidays, and is required by Supervisor for the operation of the sewerage collection and treatment plant; responsible for required tests to assure effluent quality in the above. Incumbent is responsible to correct operation of the electrical control switchgear located in the Power Plant and at isolated locations on the station; operates and maintains diesel powered emergency electrical equipment used in providing emergency power as demand requires. Operates and monitors refrigeration unit and heat exchange heating and cooling systems. Incumbent is also responsible for routine inspection and minor repairs of associated equipment and maintenance of proper PH and chlorine residual for Power Plant. Responsible for monitoring INET system for controlling temperatures to all buildings; monitors for alarm panels for all buildings and maintaining logs for all equipment in the Powerhouse. Must maintain and wear all safety related equipment and/or report any violations or deficiencies. Must use energy conservation measures and ensure that these measures are taken daily before leaving the job site. Maintain accountability of all equipment and/or ensure data cards are up to date. Maintain and practice good environment protection measures. Must respond to tenant requests with professionalism and courtesy. Must inform the supervisor of all telephone and address changes. Perform other duties as assigned..

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a valid Driver's License, Social Security Card and Birth Certificate.
• Must be available to report to duty during emergency or disaster situations for extended hours over an extended period of time. Other periodic travel may be required.
• Must meet physical requirements to perform functions of the position.
• Must attend/complete all Louisiana Military Department (LMD) annual training and other training required for the position.
• Must adhere to the Code of Ethics and foster a Sexual Harassment-Free Environment.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• All LMD positions require in-office attendance. This is not a remote position.
• Salary is paid by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) / Direct Deposit Only. A checking or savings account is required for employment.
• For positions requiring computer/email access selected applicant must qualify to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) Card and maintain eligibility.
• LMD is a substance abuse and drug free workplace. The selected applicant must pass a pre-employment background investigation and pre-employment drug test. Thereafter, all employees are subject to random drug testing.
• To become an employee of the LMD you must be a current member of the Louisiana National Guard or eligible for membership in the Louisiana State Guard.
• The selected applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background investigation prior to employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer and State as a Model Employee (SAME)