Welder

  • State of Louisiana
  • Lafayette, Louisiana
  • Full Time

DISTRICT 03 / U071 / WELDING SHOP

JOB NUMBER: 03-110489-WLDR-08142025-DS

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.

The overall function of this position is Performs welding on various items in the District welding shop and on the road also such as mobile equipment, buildings, bridges, I-Beams, Ferries, and others to maintain safe working conditions within the District 03 area. This position is located in District 03 of the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development and reports directly to the Welder Foreman. 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 as appropriate and attend all continuing education classes and conferences deemed necessary to facilitate the performance of required tasks.

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Two years of experience or training in the welding trade; OR

Completion of a Technical Diploma or Associate of Applied Science welding program from a Louisiana Technical or Community College or equivalent program from other institutions.

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

  • Welding on-road -Welding on mowers, bridges, buildings, tractors, dump trucks, I-Beams, rest areas, and roadside parks. Lays out, cuts, and fits material for welding. Uses various ferrous and non-ferrous metals including but not limited to steel, iron, cast iron, copper, aluminum, etc. Uses grinding equipment to provide a finished quality surface to all metals and welds when needed. Also welds and fabricates on pontoons.

  • Welding in shop -Welding, fabrication, modifying design of various types of assets and equipment such as those listed above.

  • Cleans work area and performs preventative maintenance on all equipment.

  • May be required to perform other duties as necessary including, but not limited to, emergency/disaster support activities.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional

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 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.

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

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Dawn Soileau

DOTD/District 03

Human Resources

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Job ID: 489758458
Originally Posted on: 8/17/2025

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