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EQUIPMENT INSPECTOR (Equipment Section)

State of Louisiana
State of Louisiana Salary
Baton Rouge, LA Other
POSTED ON 7/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/29/2026

Section 42 -Maintenance Systems Management
42/50680056/EQPTI/07.14.26-AS

**Applicants must possess Class A CDL or Class B license at time of appointment.**

At DOTD, our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.

About This Position:

In this position, you will perform on-site inspections of Section 42 equipment and vehicles located throughout the state to ensure they are operating safely and efficiently. Your responsibilities will include documenting inspection findings, identifying needed repairs, and assisting with maintenance and repairs as required.

This role requires the ability to work independently, troubleshoot mechanical issues, and adapt to changing conditions in the field. You will also participate in DOTD training programs and continuing education opportunities to maintain and expand your technical knowledge. The work you perform is essential to supporting the reliability and safety of the Department's equipment and operations while ensuring compliance with DOTD policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.

While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Services laws, rules and regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives.  

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
Three years of experience in the repair, inspection, or operation of mobile equipment or heavy mobile equipment; OR

Three years of experience in the inspection of automotive equipment.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties:
  • Conduct on-site preventive maintenance and safety inspections of Section 42 equipment and vehicles, document equipment conditions, recommend corrective actions, and assist with repairs as needed.
  • Monitor and track equipment repairs performed by DOTD personnel and outside vendors to ensure work is completed accurately, efficiently, and on schedule.
  • Collaborate with managers and maintenance supervisors to assess equipment needs and provide recommendations for equipment purchases and specification updates.
  • Maintain detailed equipment inventory records, including asset locations, maintenance history, repair records, and current mechanical condition.
  • Evaluate equipment maintenance products, assist with updates to Equipment Operations and Control Program (EOCP) guidelines, and recommend improvements to maintenance practices and product specifications.

Position Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment
Compensation: The starting hourly rate is $22.52 and goes up to $40.53
License Requirements: Class A CDL or Class B at time of appointment

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. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

Dwayne Dugas

Transportation Operations Manager

225-935-0241

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: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp

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

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