Mobile Equipment Operator 1 Heavy

State of Louisiana; Sulphur (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sabine River Authority, serving the Toledo Bend area, seeks a MEO 1 Heavy to operate large and small equipment and perform maintenance on facilities and equipment. Two years of mobile equipment experience is required.

Responsibilities include operating excavator, backhoe, loader, bulldozer, motor grader, dump trucks, and mowers, and assisting mechanics. The appointment type is probationary with a 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday–Thursday schedule.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in mobile equipment operations.
• Ability to operate excavator, backhoe, front-end loader, bulldozer, motor grader, dump trucks, and zero-turn mowers.
• Assists the mechanic in repair and maintenance of equipment.
• Performs groundskeeping and general carpentry and repairs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operates mobile equipment such as excavator, backhoe, loader, bulldozer, motor grader, dump trucks, and mowers.
• Assists the mechanic in repair and maintenance of equipment.
• Performs groundskeeping.
• Performs miscellaneous repairs including carpentry and facilities maintenance.

Skills

Mobile equipment operations

Mechanical assistance

Groundskeeping

Job description

The mission of the Sabine River Authority is to enhance the lives of every resident of Toledo Bend by working together with all stakeholders to provide a better quality of life and a healthy atmosphere for growth and development- in three words, “Progress through Unity”.

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE:

The MEO 1 Heavy operates large and small equipment needed for levee maintenance and repairs, performs manual maintenance and repairs to buildings, equipment, and systems.

Two years of experience in mobile equipment operations.

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

Job Duties:

• Operates mobile equipment such as the following: Excavator, Backhoe, Front-End Loader, Bulldozer, Motor Grader, Dump Trucks, Zero Turn Mowers,etc.
• Assists the mechanic in repair and maintenance of equipment.
• Performs groundskeeping.
• Performs miscellaneous repairs including cutting and general carpentry, facilities, and equipment.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational

Work Schedule: Work hours are 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Thursday

Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

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

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Susie Wright
Sabine River Authority
318-256-4112
[e-mail]