What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mobile Equipment Operator 1, 2, or Heavy 1 (Columbia) position at Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development?
About This Job
DISTRICT 58 - Unit 510 - Columbia
JOB NUMBER: 58/120597/MEO1-1H/7.15.2026-JB
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.
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, nightwork, overtime, travel, or emergency call-outs depending on assignment.
This position is located in Caldwell Parish, District 58, Unit 510 and reports to the Highway Foreman 1.
Minimum Qualifications
No experience or training is required.
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
Depending on assignment and experience level, Mobile Equipment Operators may:
Position-Specific Details
Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional
Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Mobile Equipment Operator 1, 2, or 1/Heavy.
Work Schedule: Work hours are 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Thursday.
Compensation
MOBILE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 1:
Class D, Chauffeur’s License will be required upon appointment. The starting salary for MEO 1 is $16.06 /hour; this job title receives Premium Pay in the amount of $1.00 /hour for every hour worked. Additionally, a 10% base pay increase will be granted upon attainment of permanent status.
Mobile Equipment Operator 2
Class A, Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) will be required upon appointment. The starting salary for MEO 2 is $17.18 /hour; this job title receives Premium Pay in the amount of $1.00 /hour for every hour worked. Additionally, a 10% base pay increase will be granted upon attainment of permanent status.
Mobile Equipment Operator 1/Heavy
Class A, Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) will be required upon appointment. The starting salary for MEO 1/Heavy will be $21.05 /hour.
Please list all work experience on your application. Failure to include all work experience may affect your eligibility for this position.
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.
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Contact Name: John Jameson
Title: Highway Foreman 1
Phone Number: 318-649-2462
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 available here .
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
DISTRICT 58 - Unit 510 - Columbia
JOB NUMBER: 58/120597/MEO1-1H/7.15.2026-JB
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.
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, nightwork, overtime, travel, or emergency call-outs depending on assignment.
This position is located in Caldwell Parish, District 58, Unit 510 and reports to the Highway Foreman 1.
Minimum Qualifications
No experience or training is required.
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
Depending on assignment and experience level, Mobile Equipment Operators may:
- 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
- Work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Perform physical tasks such as lifting, loading materials, and using hand and power tools
- Assist or guide lower-level operators as needed
Position-Specific Details
Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional
Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Mobile Equipment Operator 1, 2, or 1/Heavy.
Work Schedule: Work hours are 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Thursday.
Compensation
MOBILE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 1:
Class D, Chauffeur’s License will be required upon appointment. The starting salary for MEO 1 is $16.06 /hour; this job title receives Premium Pay in the amount of $1.00 /hour for every hour worked. Additionally, a 10% base pay increase will be granted upon attainment of permanent status.
Mobile Equipment Operator 2
Class A, Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) will be required upon appointment. The starting salary for MEO 2 is $17.18 /hour; this job title receives Premium Pay in the amount of $1.00 /hour for every hour worked. Additionally, a 10% base pay increase will be granted upon attainment of permanent status.
Mobile Equipment Operator 1/Heavy
Class A, Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) will be required upon appointment. The starting salary for MEO 1/Heavy will be $21.05 /hour.
Please list all work experience on your application. Failure to include all work experience may affect your eligibility for this position.
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.
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Contact Name: John Jameson
Title: Highway Foreman 1
Phone Number: 318-649-2462
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 available here .
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Salary : $16 - $21