MAINTENANCE REPAIRER MASTER

State of Louisiana; Westwego (LA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking a Maintenance Repairer Master for District 02, Unit 701. The role oversees facility upkeep, plumbing, HVAC, doors, windows, and structural repairs across state properties, with potential roadway maintenance tasks.

Appointment may be probationary or promotional; compensation is $21.05 per hour. A valid Louisiana Class “D” Chauffeur’s License is required before appointment.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience or training in building construction trades, maintenance, or related fields.
• Or completion of a two-year vocational program plus one year of related experience.
• Or twelve college semester hours in construction topics plus one year of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead building maintenance and repair for DOTD facilities in District 02.
• Perform skilled maintenance tasks: plumbing, lighting, HVAC filters, ceilings, tiles, doors and locks.
• Repair water heaters, fences, concrete work, and structural components as needed.
• Paint, surface prep, and install/maintain fencing and fixtures.
• Estimate quantities for projects and assist with small or large renovations.

Education

Building construction trades experience or training

Two-year vocational technical program in construction

Course work in construction management/engineering + 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 Duties

Job Duties and Other Information

• 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

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.

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a State Employee, You Will Earn Competitive Pay, Choose From a Variety Of Benefits, And Have Access To a Great Professional Development Program:

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave

More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veteran's Day,
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
• Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement

State Of Louisiana Employees Are Eligible To Participate In Various Retirement Systems (based On The Type Of Appointment And Agency For Which An Employee Works). These Retirement Systems Provide Retirement Allowances And Other Benefits For State Officers And Employees And Their Beneficiaries. State Retirement Systems May Include (but Are Not Limited To):

• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
• Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others