MAINTENANCE REPAIRER MASTER

Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development; Bridge City (LA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development seeks a Maintenance Repairer Master for District 02 Unit 701 to oversee facility upkeep and related site maintenance. You will lead building maintenance, perform plumbing and electrical tasks, install doors/windows, and manage small renovation projects.

Responsibilities include formwork for concrete, fencing, drywall, painting, and general repairs. A Class D Chauffeur’s license is required prior to appointment. Work hours vary.

Qualifications

• On-the-job experience in building construction trades or related maintenance work.
• Optionally, a two-year vocational program plus one year of related maintenance experience.
• Either completion of construction-related courses with relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead worker for building maintenance and repair of DOTD facilities.
• Perform skilled maintenance tasks including plumbing, lighting, HVAC filters, ceilings, floors, and windows.
• Repair water heaters, small equipment, doors, walls, and structural components.
• Paint, sand, and prepare surfaces; maintain fencing and related structures.
• Construct concrete forms, frames, storage units, and tool sheds.
• Repair and refurbish furniture and fixtures; undertake small renovation projects.
• Carry out material take-offs, quantify estimates, and plan projects from start to finish.
• Execute new construction tasks including framing and concrete work.

Education

Two-year vocational technical program in general building construction, construction technology, or engineering

Experience in building construction trades, maintenance, or repair of mechanical equipment

Construction management/engineering courses + experience

Job description

About This Job

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/

Minimum Qualifications

One year of the 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.

Job Specification

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

T his 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

DOTD EMPLOYEES: Refer to appropriate EDSM directive for required structured training requirements and PPM # 59 Workforce Development on training guidelines.

“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.