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Highway Foreman 1 (Jennings Maintenance) DOTD-Engineering & Operations Jennings, LA $4,177

• $7,518 a month $4,177
• $7,518 a month Salary $4,177.00
• $7,518.00 Monthly Location Jennings, LA Job Type Classified Job Number 07/10204/HwyFor/7-14-26/AM Department DOTD-Engineering & Operations Division District 7
• Lake Charles Opening Date 07/15/2026 Closing Date 7/21/2026 11:59 PM Central About this Job Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency: http://wwwsp.

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DISTRICT 07

• Unit 540 (Jennings) 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 JOB

This position is in D07 Maintenance Section/U540 and reports directly to the Parish Highway Maintenance Superintendent. Applicants with the following experience, skills, and abilities are encouraged to apply: Experience in the operation of single and double-axle dump trucks, front-end loader, tractor w/ cutter, excavator or backhoe, asphalt roller, asphalt distributor, bobcat w/attachments, computer, and Personal Data Assistance. Knowledgeable in the safe operation of passenger vehicles as well as other equipment operated by Highway Foreman 1. Ability to communicate both verbally and non-verbally in an effective manner to supervisor and subordinates. At time of appointment, possess and maintain licensing in the following areas: Class "A" CDL. While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Service laws, rules, and regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives. Minimum Qualifications Four years of experience in the construction, maintenance, or repair of roads, bridges, levees, drainage facilities, wharfs, buildings, or grounds; OR Four years of experience in the operation or maintenance of industrial or heavy mobile equipment.

NOTE:

Experience in any combination of the qualifying fields will be accepted. 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:

Supervises the Mobile Equipment Operators performing maintenance to the highways and bridges. Prepares daily labor and equipment report. Orders materials daily. Guides and instructs assigned personnel to see that Highway Standards are met. Conducts routine administration meetings and training. Works emergencies at night. May be required to perform other duties as necessary including, but not limited to, emergency/disaster support activities.

Position-Specific Details:

The incumbent may be required to possess the following specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as maintain the following licensing: 1. Must maintain a Class A CDL license and meet all structured training requirements 2. Random drug testing is required 3. Computer skills, cell phone, and PDA knowledge for performing regular job duties 4. Night-time operations or call outs for emergencies that occur outside of normal work hours 5. Lifting of a maximum of 50 pounds will be required. Manual lifting of more than 50 pounds requires assistance

Appointment Type:

Probational, Promotional, Detail to Special Duty by a permanent DOTD employee, or

Job Appointment Work Schedule:

Work hours are 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday

• Thursday.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. 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.

DOTD EMPLOYEES

Refer to appropriate EDSM directive for required structured training requirements and PPM # 59 Workforce Development on training guidelines or call District 07 Training office at (337) 437-9177.

Contact Information:

Mike Broussard Transportation Operations Manager (337) 824-3125 "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 State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program: Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/ Parental Leave

• Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx Holidays and Leave
• State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
• Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase. Retirement
• State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works).

These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to): Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org ). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org), Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others