MOBILE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 1, 2, OR HEAVY/1
State of Louisiana, Bridge City, LA, United States
Overview
Help keep Louisiana's roads and bridges safe while building a long-term career in public service. This position offers hands‑on work, paid training, and opportunities for career growth within DOTD.
At the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), we plan, build, maintain, and protect the transportation systems that connect communities, support commerce, and keep Louisiana moving.
Mobile Equipment Operators help keep Louisiana's roads and bridges safe by operating equipment to support maintenance and construction work.
This position offers a 10% base pay increase upon attainment of permanent status (where applicable). No experience is required—training is provided, with opportunities for career progression.
This is an outdoor, physically active role that may involve varying weather conditions, shift work, night work, overtime, travel, or emergency call–outs depending on assignment.
Positions are located in Jefferson, Orleans, St. Charles, District 02 and report to Highway Foreman 1 or 2.
Job Duties
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
Perform physical tasks such as lifting, loading materials, and using hand and power tools
Assist or guide lower‑level operators as needed
This role requires reliability, safety awareness, and the ability to adapt to changing work conditions.
Position Specific Details
Compensation:
Below is an overview of wage and premium pay for each level.
Mobile Equipment Operator 1 – Valid Class D Chauffeurs License required; hourly rate $16.06 plus $1.00 premium pay per hour; 10% base pay increase upon permanent status.
Mobile Equipment Operator 2 – Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License required; hourly rate $17.18 plus $1.00 premium pay per hour; 10% base pay increase upon permanent status.
Mobile Equipment Operator 1 Heavy – Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License required; hourly rate $21.05.
Career Progression:
This position may be filled as Mobile Equipment Operator 1, 2, or 1‑Heavy based on qualifications and agency needs.
Licensing Requirements:
Certain levels may require a valid Louisiana Class D chauffeur’s license or CDL prior to permanent appointment or start date, depending on assignment.
Appointment Type:
Probational (open to all qualified applicants), promotion (open to statewide classified and Agency‑wide permanent status employees), or by detail to special duty.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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.
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Help keep Louisiana's roads and bridges safe while building a long-term career in public service. This position offers hands‑on work, paid training, and opportunities for career growth within DOTD.
At the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), we plan, build, maintain, and protect the transportation systems that connect communities, support commerce, and keep Louisiana moving.
Mobile Equipment Operators help keep Louisiana's roads and bridges safe by operating equipment to support maintenance and construction work.
This position offers a 10% base pay increase upon attainment of permanent status (where applicable). No experience is required—training is provided, with opportunities for career progression.
This is an outdoor, physically active role that may involve varying weather conditions, shift work, night work, overtime, travel, or emergency call–outs depending on assignment.
Positions are located in Jefferson, Orleans, St. Charles, District 02 and report to Highway Foreman 1 or 2.
Job Duties
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
Perform physical tasks such as lifting, loading materials, and using hand and power tools
Assist or guide lower‑level operators as needed
This role requires reliability, safety awareness, and the ability to adapt to changing work conditions.
Position Specific Details
Compensation:
Below is an overview of wage and premium pay for each level.
Mobile Equipment Operator 1 – Valid Class D Chauffeurs License required; hourly rate $16.06 plus $1.00 premium pay per hour; 10% base pay increase upon permanent status.
Mobile Equipment Operator 2 – Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License required; hourly rate $17.18 plus $1.00 premium pay per hour; 10% base pay increase upon permanent status.
Mobile Equipment Operator 1 Heavy – Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License required; hourly rate $21.05.
Career Progression:
This position may be filled as Mobile Equipment Operator 1, 2, or 1‑Heavy based on qualifications and agency needs.
Licensing Requirements:
Certain levels may require a valid Louisiana Class D chauffeur’s license or CDL prior to permanent appointment or start date, depending on assignment.
Appointment Type:
Probational (open to all qualified applicants), promotion (open to statewide classified and Agency‑wide permanent status employees), or by detail to special duty.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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.
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