MOBILE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 1-2-HEAVY 1 (ST MARTIN PARISH)
State of Louisiana, Saint Martinville, LA, United States
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 callouts depending on assignment. The position is located in St Martin Parish, District 03 / Unit 580 and reports to the Highway Foreman.
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
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
This role requires reliability, safety awareness, and the ability to adapt to changing work conditions.
Position‑Specific Details
Compensation:
Below is the starting hourly rate for each level and additional compensation information for the MEO 1 and MEO 2 levels:
MEO‑1
$16.06 / hour – receives Premium Pay of $1.00 / hour for all hours worked. Additionally, a 10% base pay increase is granted upon attainment of permanent status.
MEO‑2
$17.18 / hour – receives Premium Pay of $1.00 / hour for all hours worked. Additionally, a 10% base pay increase is granted upon attainment of permanent status.
MEO‑1/HEAVY
$21.05 / hour
Career Progression:
This position may be filled as Mobile Equipment Operator 1, Mobile Equipment Operator 2, or Mobile Equipment Operator 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:
This position may be filled as either a probationary appointment (open to all qualified applicants); a promotion (open to all statewide classified and Agency‑wide permanent status employees); or by detail to special duty.
Additional Information:
This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Lion is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
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: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_main.asp
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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 callouts depending on assignment. The position is located in St Martin Parish, District 03 / Unit 580 and reports to the Highway Foreman.
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
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
This role requires reliability, safety awareness, and the ability to adapt to changing work conditions.
Position‑Specific Details
Compensation:
Below is the starting hourly rate for each level and additional compensation information for the MEO 1 and MEO 2 levels:
MEO‑1
$16.06 / hour – receives Premium Pay of $1.00 / hour for all hours worked. Additionally, a 10% base pay increase is granted upon attainment of permanent status.
MEO‑2
$17.18 / hour – receives Premium Pay of $1.00 / hour for all hours worked. Additionally, a 10% base pay increase is granted upon attainment of permanent status.
MEO‑1/HEAVY
$21.05 / hour
Career Progression:
This position may be filled as Mobile Equipment Operator 1, Mobile Equipment Operator 2, or Mobile Equipment Operator 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:
This position may be filled as either a probationary appointment (open to all qualified applicants); a promotion (open to all statewide classified and Agency‑wide permanent status employees); or by detail to special duty.
Additional Information:
This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Lion is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
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: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_main.asp
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