Salary $2,427.00

• $4,366.00 Monthly Location Chase, LA Job Type Classified Job Number 58/128431/ET1-4/09.22.2026-JB Department DOTD-Engineering & Operations Division District 58
• Chase Opening Date 09/22/2026 Closing Date 10/6/2026 11:59 PM Central About this Job District 58
• Unit 170
• Franklin Parish

JOB NUMBER

58/128431/ET1-4/09.22.2026-JB The overall function of this position is to be responsible for assisting a professional engineer and/or higher level engineering technicians in the performance of drafting, design, and survey work. The incumbent will use engineering-related software programs to plot and draft complex engineering or survey drawings. They will also prepare contract proposals and contract documents. On-the-job training is provided. Knowledge of basic computer software is required. An ideal candidate will possess the following competencies:

Developing Plans:

The ability to create structured strategies and plans that support the achievement of defined goals and objectives.

Thinking Critically:

The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well-supported conclusions.

Using Data:

The ability to collect, analyze, and use data to generate insights and inform decisions. Minimum Qualifications Possession of a high school diploma or GED; OR Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance. 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:

Assist professional engineer in drafting, design, or survey work. Utilize a thorough knowledge and understanding of Department procedures, policies, standards, and specifications in the drafting or designing of construction plans. Apply DOTD engineering policies and procedures to normal work situation in the District Design Office and/or in the field. Use CADD and other engineering-related software programs to complete engineering drawings and/or survey. Prepare contract proposals and contract documents for more complex projects let at the District level.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type:

This position may be filled as probational, job appointment, detail to special duty, voluntary demotion, or promotion.

Career Progression:

This Position may be filled as an Engineering Technician 1, 2, 3, or 4 depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant.

Compensation:

Engineering Technician 1

• $14.00 /hour with an additional $2.00 premium pay for every hour worked. Engineering Technician 2
• $16.03 /hour with an additional $2.00 premium pay for every hour worked. Engineering Technician 3
• $18.35 /hour with an additional $2.00 premium pay for every hour worked. Engineering Technician 4
• $21.

00 /hour with an additional $2.00 premium pay for every hour worked.

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.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Contact Name:

Callie Harrell Title:

ADA of Engineering Phone Number:

(318) 412-4215 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 is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. 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