Mobile Equipment Operator 1 - Heavy

OUR MISSION The Caddo Levee District was created in 1892 by Act 74 of the General Assembly of the State of Louisiana for the primary purpose of maintaining and operating the levee systems along the right descending bank of Red River, as well as the levee systems of Twelve Mile Bayou and Black Bayou. The Caddo Levee District ensures the integrity of the levee system throughout the year and during times of emergency, responds with trained personnel and the necessary equipment to provide protection of lives and property.
About this position The typical day of work activities for a Mobile Equipment Operator 1- Heavy are hauling heavy equipment to destinations and using equipment like bulldozers, excavators and tractors to work on and along levees and drainage channels. This incumbent will work under the supervision of Levee Maintenance Superintendent.
The key competencies needed to succeed in this role are the following:

• Working Safely: The ability to maintain safety by following rules and procedures.
• Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to form an opinion objectively and decisively based on relevant information and in accordance with established standards.
• Building and Supporting Teams: The ability to combine your actions and efforts with others to work toward achieving a common goal.

Two years of experience in mobile equipment operations.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found Job Duties:

This position main responsibilities are to operates heavy mobile equipment such as bulldozers, front end loaders, backhoes, excavators, graders and may be required to operate any equipment enumerated for lower graded equipment operators when necessary to accomplish work objective. Indirect supervision over lower graded workers and provide guidance to and oversee work of lower graded operators. Perform incidental repair and construction tasks and make minor repairs to equipment and perform user maintenance necessary to keep equipment in clean, good working order and any other tasks requested by supervisor personnel.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Classified WAE
Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.
Work Schedule: Anticipated work hours will not exceed 1245 hours in a 12-month period from date of hire.
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

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

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score or assessment 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.

*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:

Penny Adams

Caddo Levee District

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