TRADESMAN (EQUIPMENT OPERATOR) 1, 2, OR 3

State of Louisiana; Minden (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

The Heavy Equipment Operator at State of Louisiana, Camp Minden Training Site, performs skilled operation and preventive maintenance on a range of heavy equipment to support installation projects, emergency response, and training areas.

Responsibilities include interpreting orders, maintaining safety standards, and reporting equipment status to the supervisor. On-site duties include asphalt repairs, drainage work, and coordination with LMD personnel.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License required.
• Must be able to obtain DoD CAC card.
• Must be available for emergency or extended duty.

Responsibilities

• Operate and perform operator-level maintenance on heavy equipment.
• Perform maintenance on roads, trenches, and drainage works.
• Review service orders and blueprints; ensure work meets standards.
• Track equipment status, fuel, mileage, and readiness; report deficiencies.
• Load, transport, and secure heavy equipment and attachments.
• Support emergency operations and installation projects as directed.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Preventive maintenance

Equipment safety

Education

No formal education stated

Tools

PMCS

Job description

ANNOUNCEMENT NO. 191-2026 BENEFITS

OPENING DATE: October 16, 2026 Retirement:LASERS

CLOSING DATE:October 30, 2026 Insurance:Medical, Dental, & Vision

Paid Holidays:10 plus proclaimed

*SALARY: Annual Leave:96 hours per year with tenure increases

MW-210 $35,734 - $42,890 Sick Leave:96 hours per year with tenure increase

MW-211 $38,230 - $45,885

MW-212 $40,914 - $49,109

*Salary indicates typical starting range.

Level will be determined by qualifications.

JOB TYPE:Unclassified*

*Current Classified employees must give up their designation to accept this position.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Heavy Equipment Operator performs skilled operation, preventive maintenance, and operator-level servicing of assigned equipment in support of Louisiana Military Department (LMD) operations at Camp Minden Training Site. The position supports installation maintenance, construction, land management, emergency response, and sustainment requirements. Operates and maintains a variety of heavy equipment, including excavators, bulldozers, sheepsfoot compactors, road graders, backhoes, tractors, dump trucks, trailers, zero-turn mowers, and other assigned equipment. Performs asphalt and parking-lot repairs by removing damaged asphalt, excavating and preparing the repair area, placing and compacting fill material, applying repair asphalt, and restoring the area to a safe and serviceable condition. Reviews, interprets, and performs work required by service orders, scopes of work, project drawings, and blueprints. Provides equipment-operation oversight and quality-control support to ensure assigned projects are completed to established standards. Performs maintenance on unimproved surfaces and training-support areas, including trails, bivouac sites, helicopter landing zones, training areas, maneuver lanes, roads, and other designated installation areas. Performs ditching, grading, shaping, compacting, and surfacing of roadways and other installation surfaces to maintain safe, serviceable, and mission-ready conditions. Operates and maintains tractors and associated attachments, including 15-foot bat-wing rotary cutters, 10-foot and 6-foot rotary cutters, stump grinders, 6-foot rotary tree cutters, and other authorized implements. Excavates trenches and drainage ditches; installs or emplaces riprap, grass seed, matting, and other erosion-control measures; and performs related drainage and soil-stabilization work. Tracks equipment maintenance requirements, fuel consumption, mileage, utilization, and equipment status to ensure adequate supplies, accurate records, and sustained equipment readiness. Conducts daily Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) on all assigned equipment. Maintains and tracks LMD vehicle mileage for monthly reporting, documents equipment maintenance actions, and promptly reports equipment deficiencies or non-mission-capable equipment to the LMD supervisor. Performs maintenance on assigned tools and equipment, maintains a clean and organized work site, and ensures proper accountability, storage, and care of equipment, tools, fuel, materials, and work areas. Properly loads, transports, unloads, and secures heavy equipment, attachments, tools, and materials for movement to and from construction or work sites using approved vehicles, trailers, tie-down procedures, and safe-load practices. Performs vegetation-management and right-of-way maintenance, including cutting and removing hazardous trees, brush, stumps, and other obstructions from roadsides, rights-of-way, and designated work areas when qualified, equipped, and directed. Operates and performs operator-level maintenance on 5-ton dump trucks, zero-turn lawn mowers, utility vehicles, and other assigned support vehicles and equipment. Uses gas torches, wire-feed MIG welders, portable stick welders, and various metal-cutting tools to perform authorized organizational support, fabrication, repair, and maintenance tasks in accordance with applicable safety requirements and training. Supports LMD emergency operations, priority work requirements, installation projects, and other mission-support activities as directed. Coordinates and works effectively with LMD personnel, installation staff, supported organizations, and work crews. Reports for duty on time; maintains professional appearance and personal hygiene in accordance with LMD standard operating procedures; complies with all applicable regulations, policies, and safety requirements; and completes required LMD training. Performs other duties as assigned.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a valid Driver's License, Social Security Card and Birth Certificate.
• Must qualify to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) Card.
• Must be available to report to duty during emergency or disaster situations for extended hours over an extended period of time. Other periodic travel may be required.
• Must meet physical requirements to perform functions of the position.
• Must attend/complete all Louisiana Military Department (LMD) annual training and other training required for the position.
• Must adhere to the Code of Ethics and foster a Sexual Harassment-Free Environment.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

By submitting an application for employment with the Military Department, the applicant agrees to the following conditions of employment:

• All LMD positions require in-office attendance. This is not a remote position.
• Salary is paid by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) / Direct Deposit Only. A checking or savings account is required for employment.
• For positions requiring computer/email access selected applicant must qualify to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) Card and maintain eligibility.
• LMD is a substance abuse and drug free workplace. The selected applicant must pass a pre-employment background investigation and pre-employment drug test. Thereafter, all employees are subject to random drug testing.
• To become an employee of the LMD you must be a current member of the Louisiana National Guard or eligible for membership in the Louisiana State Guard.
• The selected applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background investigation prior to employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer and State as a Model Employee (SAME)