Mobile Equipment Operator 1/Heavy — Paid Training & Growth

Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development; Independence (LA); On-site; USD 51,269,000 - 69,296,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) in Independence, LA, seeks a Mobile Equipment Operator 1/Heavy to maintain roads and bridges as part of a heavy road maintenance crew. The position offers hands-on work, paid training, and opportunities for career growth within DOTD.

The role requires two years of mobile equipment operations experience; CDL will be required upon appointment. Starting salary listed as $21.05/hour, with duties including operating heavy equipment,

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in mobile equipment operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy and specialized equipment used in road and bridge maintenance.
• Assist with construction, repair, and upkeep of highways and bridges.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance.
• Support traffic control, cleanup, and emergency response activities.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Perform physical tasks such as lifting, loading materials, and using hand and power tools.
• Assist or guide lower-level operators as needed.

Skills

Mobile equipment operations experience

CDL requirement

Reliability

Safety awareness

Job description

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) in Independence, LA, seeks a Mobile Equipment Operator 1/Heavy to maintain roads and bridges as part of a heavy road maintenance crew. The position offers hands-on work, paid training, and opportunities for career growth within DOTD.

The role requires two years of mobile equipment operations experience; CDL will be required upon appointment. Starting salary listed as $21.05/hour, with duties including operating heavy equipment,