MAINTENANCE REPAIRER MASTER

State of Louisiana; Bridge City (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Louisiana's Department of Transportation and Development is seeking a Maintenance Repairer Master for District 02, Unit 701 (Facility Maintenance). The role reports to the Maintenance Foreman and oversees maintenance, repair, and upkeep of state facilities and related properties, with possible road maintenance duties.

The position requires significant experience or relevant training in building trades, with on-the-job responsibilities including plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and general

Qualifications

• Three years of experience or training in the building construction trades, building maintenance, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment, or park operations and grounds maintenance.
• Completion of a two-year vocational technical program in general building construction, construction technology, or engineering plus one year of experience in the building construction trades, building maintenance, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment, or park operations and grounds maintenance.
• Twelve semester hours in construction management, construction technology, or engineering, or any combination of these courses plus one year of experience in the building construction trades, building maintenance, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment, or park operations and grounds maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the lead worker for building maintenance and repair activities involving facilities owned and operated by DOTD.
• Performs a variety of skilled maintenance and repair tasks, including but not limited to: Unclogging drains and performing plumbing repairs. Replacing light bulbs, HVAC filters, ceiling tiles, floor tiles, and broken windows.
• Repairing and maintaining water heaters, drinking fountains, lawn mowers, weed eaters, and other small equipment. Installing and repairing doors, door locks, hinges, walls, floors, and structural components. Repairing water lines and related infrastructure.
• Performing painting, sanding, scraping, and surface preparation on buildings, fences, curbing, and other structures. Installing, repairing, and maintaining fencing as needed.
• Constructing and setting forms for concrete slabs and placing reinforcing steel, drain structure frames, electrical conduit, and water lines. Constructing structures such as tool sheds, building frames, storage units, and toolboxes.
• Repairing and refurbishing existing furniture, fixtures, and equipment. Installing, taping, and finishing sheetrock. Independently completing small construction and renovation projects and assisting with larger projects. Performing material take-offs, estimating quantities, and planning projects from inception through completion.
• Executing new construction projects, including wall framing, concrete work, and associated material calculations.

Education

Three years of experience or training in the building construction trades, building maintenance, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment, or park operations and grounds maintenance

Completion of a two-year vocational technical program in general building construction, construction technology, or engineering plus one year of experience in the building construction trades, building maintenance, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment, or park operations and grounds maintenance

Twelve semester hours in construction management, construction technology, or engineering, or any combination of these courses plus one year of experience in the building construction trades, building maintenance, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment, or park operations and grounds maintenance

Job description

DISTRICT 02-UNIT 701

JOB NUMBER: 02/50678263/MRM/11.10.2026-JF

At DOTD, our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.

This position serves as a Maintenance Repairer Master in District 02, Unit 701 (Facility Maintenance), and reports directly to the Maintenance Foreman. The incumbent is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and upkeep of facilities throughout District 02, as well as any other state-owned properties assigned by the Foreman. The position may also be required to assist with roadway maintenance activities, including but not limited to pothole repair, fence repair, and other maintenance-related duties.

If you're driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact—this could be the opportunity for you!

Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency: https://dotd.la.gov/about/office-of-management-and-finance/human-resources/career-center/

One year of required experience for the following minimum qualifications must have been on-the-job experience:

• Three years of experience or training in the building construction trades, building maintenance, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment, or park operations and grounds maintenance; OR


• Completion of a two-year vocational technical program in general building construction, construction technology, or engineering plus one year of experience in the building construction trades, building maintenance, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment, or park operations and grounds maintenance; OR


• Twelve semester hours in construction management, construction technology, or engineering, or any combination of these courses plus one year of experience in the building construction trades, building maintenance, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment, or park operations and grounds maintenance.

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

Job Duties

• Serves as the lead worker for building maintenance and repair activities involving facilities owned and operated by DOTD.


• Performs a variety of skilled maintenance and repair tasks, including but not limited to: Unclogging drains and performing plumbing repairs. Replacing light bulbs, HVAC filters, ceiling tiles, floor tiles, and broken windows.


• Repairing and maintaining water heaters, drinking fountains, lawn mowers, weed eaters, and other small equipment. Installing and repairing doors, door locks, hinges, walls, floors, and structural components. Repairing water lines and related infrastructure.


• Performing painting, sanding, scraping, and surface preparation on buildings, fences, curbing, and other structures. Installing, repairing, and maintaining fencing as needed.


• Constructing and setting forms for concrete slabs and placing reinforcing steel, drain structure frames, electrical conduit, and water lines. Constructing structures such as tool sheds, building frames, storage units, and toolboxes.


• Repairing and refurbishing existing furniture, fixtures, and equipment. Installing, taping, and finishing sheetrock. Independently completing small construction and renovation projects and assisting with larger projects. Performing material take-offs, estimating quantities, and planning projects from inception through completion.


• Executing new construction projects, including wall framing, concrete work, and associated material calculations.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type: This position may be filled by probation, promotion or detail to special duty.

Career Progression: This position does not participate in the Career Progression Group.

Work Schedule: Work hours may vary

Compensation: $21.05 Hourly

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

A valid Louisiana Class “D” Chauffeur’s License is required before appointment.

Contact Information

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Edward Banko

LADOTD

P.O. Box 9180 Bridge City, La 70094

504-437-3191

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 here.

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