Mobile Equipment Operator -Hvy

About This Job

JOB NUMBER: 2/13543/MHV/6.05.26-SU

DISTRICT 02—UNIT 710

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, District 02 and report to Highway Foreman 1 or 2.

No experience or training is required.

• 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

• Mobile Equipment Operator 1 – Valid Class “D” Chauffeur’s License Required – $16.06 hourly. Premium pay $1.00 hourly for all hours worked. 10% base pay increase upon attainment of permanent status.
• Mobile Equipment Operator 2 – Valid Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License Required – $17.18 hourly. Premium pay $1.00 hourly for all hours worked. 10% base pay increase upon attainment of permanent status.
• Mobile Equipment Operator 1 Heavy – Valid Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License Required – $21.05 hourly.

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.

Certain levels may require a valid Louisiana Class “D” Chauffeur’s License or CDL prior to permanent appointment or start date, depending on assignment.

This position may be filled as either a probational 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.

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.

Steven Terrebonne
Facility Maint. Manager