Highway Foreman 2

State of Louisiana
Coushatta, LA


This position is located in District 04 of the Department of Transportation and Development and reports to the Operations Maintenance Specialist. Serves as a Highway Foreman for a Districtwide Fleet Crew. Requires specialized knowledge and operation of heavy equipment, computers (Agile Assets), and tablets, as well as safe operation of passenger vehicles and other Highway Foreman 2 equipment. Must possess and maintain a Class A CDL and participate in required training and continuing education. Incumbent must be self-motivated, able to work independently, interpret unforeseen conditions, and perform minor repairs and maintenance. Responsible for operating and supervising specialized heavy equipment used in the repair and maintenance of state and federal highways in District 04.

Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency:http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx

Four years of experience in the construction, maintenance, or repair of roads, bridges, levees, drainage facilities, wharfs, buildings, or grounds; OR

Four years of experience in the operation or maintenance of electronically controlled locks or industrial or heavy mobile equipment.

NOTE:
Experience in any combination of the qualifying fields will be accepted.The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties:
  • Supervises an 8-member districtwide maintenance crew performing road repair activities using specialized heavy equipment.
  • Plans, schedules, and assigns work; oversees operations such as paving, milling, patching, and traffic control.
  • Monitors employee performance, prepares evaluations, and coordinates training with the Operations Maintenance Specialist.
  • Ensures proper maintenance of equipment and accurate daily documentation of work activities, labor, equipment, and materials.
  • Responds to public concerns, emergencies, and provides support during absences or disaster operations as needed.
This position requires a Class "A" CDL before appointment.

Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type:Probational or Promotional

How To Apply:
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. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

* Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Mickey Martin
Transportation Operations Manager
318-549-8333

Louisiana 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 availablehere.”

DOTD EMPLOYEES: Refer to appropriate EDSM directive for required structured training requirements and PPM #59 Workforce Development on training guidelines.
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