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District Sign Specialist 1-2

Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development
Charles, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/19/2026
About This Job

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. Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency.

Join the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) as a District Sign Specialist, where you'll play a key role in maintaining and installing traffic signals through the district.

The overall function of this position is to install & maintain signage on state routes, including lane/road closures for District 07. Work is generally performed outdoors in various weather and terrain conditions, depending upon the nature of each assignment. This position is located in the District 07 Gang 750 of the Department of Transportation and Development and reports directly to Highway Foreman 2. The incumbent must be self-motivated and be able to perform duties many times with or without minimal supervision and also be able to interpret unforeseen conditions as they may arise. The incumbent will participate in appropriate DOTD structured training programs and attend all continuing education classes and conferences deemed necessary to facilitate the performance of required tasks.

  • A valid Louisiana Class 'D" Chauffeur's license is required upon appointment**

Minimum Qualifications

No experience or training is required.

Necessary Special Requirement

Possession of a current Class D Chauffer's License.

Job Specification

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

Job Duties

Job Duties and Other Information

Role

As a District Sign Specialist 1or 2, you'll help create a positive impact on every job you work on. In this role, you will:

  • Sign Installation and Maintenance & Road Closures
  • Places traffic control devices including signs, barricades, and lights to close roadways and travel lanes on all State highways and Interstates in accordance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
  • Determines exact placement requirements for speed zones, weight limits, and other regulatory signing by interpreting legal orders establishing these regulations.
  • Operates and maintains all equipment to perform duties including sign truck and small tools.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional

Work Schedule: Monday-Thursday/6:00 am-4:30 pm

Career Progression: As part of Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a District Sign Specialist 1 or 2, depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s).

Compensation: Salary depends on qualifications.

This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

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 this job title 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 on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Terry Dartz

Transportation Operations Manager

(337) 437-9119

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

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