Mobile Equipment Operator 1

Mobile Equipment Operator 1

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 the Mobile Equipment Operator 1 are spraying chemicals, grass cutting, weed eating, and limb trimming. This incumbent will work under the supervision of the 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.
• Accepting Direction : The ability to accept and follow directions from those higher in the chain of command.
• Building and Supporting Teams : The ability to combine your actions and efforts with others to work toward achieving a common goal.

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 and other information :

Job Duties : This position main responsibilities are to perform incidental repair and construction tasks, make minor repairs to equipment and perform user maintenance necessary to keep equipment clean and in good working order. Operate mobile equipment such as field tractors with attachments ex. bushhogs, blades, etc. and other types of equipment as a recurring function of the job to accomplish transportation, maintenance or construction tasks. Provides guidance to and oversees work of lower graded operators and laborers. And any other tasks requested by supervisor.

Position-Specific Details : Appointment Type : Probational Career Progression : This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group. Work Schedule : Anticipated work hours will be four (4) twelve (12) hour days being Monday-Thursday. 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

penny.adams@caddolevee.org

318-221-2654