Parish Highway Maintenance Superintendent

About This Job

This position resides in the Caddo Maintenance Unit and reports directly to the Transportation Operations Manager. It supervises parish maintenance operations on state and federal highways in Caddo Parish. The incumbent must be self‑motivated, work with minimal supervision, and adapt to unforeseen conditions. They will complete the required DOTD training, continuing education, and conferences. The role requires knowledge of roadway construction and maintenance, operation of various equipment, and proficiency with computers, tablets, Word, Excel, Outlook, and DOTD work order/payroll software.

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This vacancy is a promotion open to current DOTD employees only and may be filled by a detail to special duty.

Four years of experience in the construction or maintenance of public streets, roads, bridges, highways, railroad rights‑of‑way, levees, airport runways, taxi strips, parking aprons, or parking lots.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

• Supervises Highway Maintenance Unit 550 (Caddo Parish):
  Plans, directs, and oversees all maintenance activities on state and federal highways, ensuring compliance with DOTD quality, safety standards, and policies.
• Manages Personnel and Operations:
  Directly supervises 21 employees, including foremen and support staff; sets priorities, prepares work schedules, coordinates assignments, conducts performance reviews, approves leave, and recommends disciplinary actions.
• Oversees Resources, Equipment, and Reporting:
  Ensures proper equipment maintenance, efficient use of manpower and materials, accurate documentation of work activities, and coordination with district and statewide crews.
• Conducts Roadway Inspections and Public Response:
  Performs bi‑weekly roadway inspections, addresses public complaints, and responds to emergencies 24/7 to maintain roadway safety.
• Provides Additional Support and Emergency Assistance:
  Assists with annual inspections, investigations, stockpile measurements, and participates in disaster or emergency response activities as needed.

Appointment Type:
Promotional, open only to current permanent classified DOTD employees.

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process.

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Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Please list all work experience on your application. Failure to include all work experience may affect your eligibility for this position.

Sam Dupree, Transportation Operations Manager

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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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