Bridge And Lock Operator ; St.mary

Job Overview

UNIT JOB NUMBER:

-BO1--DS

At DOTD, our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. This position is responsible for the safe operation of state-owned bridges. The incumbent must complete DOTD Structured Training Requirements and demonstrate proficiency in operating assigned power-driven drawbridges and other related duties.

• Operates power-driven drawbridge(s), ensuring the safe operation consistent with applicable Coast Guard regulations and DOTD policies. Examples of bridges operated are Electrical Vertical Lift, Hydraulic or Electrical Bascule, Hydraulic or Electrical Double Bascule, Hydraulic or Electrical Swing, and Pontoon.
• Trains lower-level bridge operators in the operation of the bridge(s) and in all other related duties. Prepares bridge logs and documents bridge openings and closings in response to marine vessel signals. Uses the marine radio to communicate with vessel operators.
• Conducts visual inspection of bridge(s) to ensure safe operation. Reports mechanical or electrical problems to appropriate personnel and/or takes necessary corrective action.
• Lubricates operating machinery. Checks fluid and performs routine maintenance on the emergency generators to ensure proper operation. Collects information and prepares reports to document marine and vehicular collisions and damages.
• Cleans the interior of the bridge house; maintains ground area surrounding the bridge; cleans the roadway approaches and bridge deck of debris.

No experience or training is required.

• Appointment Type:
  Probational or Promotional.
• Career Progression:
  This position may be filled as a Bridge and Lock Operator 1, or 2.
• Work Schedule:
  
  Work hours are a rotating schedule, Monday - Sunday.

• Insurance Coverage – General Agency benefits available. More information can be found at .
• Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave. More information at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
• Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
  • New Year's Day
  • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
  • Mardi Gras
  • Good Friday
  • Memorial Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Veteran's Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Christmas Day
  • Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor
• Sick and Annual Leave – State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Accrual rates increase with years of service.
• Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems based on appointment type and agency. This may include the Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (LASERS), Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana, Louisiana School Employees Retirement System, and others.

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.

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click the "Apply" link on the job posting page and complete an electronic application. Applicants are responsible for monitoring the status of their application through the provided status details.

Shane Guilbeaux
Transportation Operation Manager