Bridge and Lock Operator 1-2

Bridge and Lock Operator 1-2

District 61 - Unit 950 - Plaquemine JOB NUMBER : 61 / 7344 / BLO / 9.23.25-VC The overall function of this position is to have knowledge and experience to properly operate movable drawbridges. This position is located in District 61 / Unit 950 / Iberville Parish of the Department of Transportation and Development and reports directly to an the Highway Foreman 2.

Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency : http : / / wwwsp.dotd.la.gov / Inside_LaDOTD / Divisions / Mgmt_Finance / HR / Pages / Career_Center.aspx

No experience or training is required.

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

Job Duties :

• Operates power driven drawbridge(s), ensuring the safe operation consistent with applicable Coast Guard regulations and DOTD policies. Examples of bridges operated are Electrical Vertical Lift, Hydraulic or Electrical Bascule, Hydraulic or Electrical Double Bascule, Hydraulic or Electrical Swing, and Pontoon.
• Trains lower-level bridge operators in the operation of the bridge(s) and in all other related duties. Prepares bridge logs, documenting bridge openings and closings in response to marine vessel signals. Uses the marine radio to communicate with vessel operators.
• Conducts visual inspection of bridge(s) to ensure safe operation. Reports mechanical or electrical problems to appropriate personnel and / or takes necessary corrective action.
• Lubricates operating machinery. Checks fluids and changes oil in emergency generators. Collects information and prepares reports to document marine and vehicular collisions and damages. Cleans the interior of the bridge house; maintains grounds area surrounding the bridge house.
• May be required to perform other duties as necessary including, but not limited to, emergency / disaster support activities.

Position-Specific Details :

Appointment Type : Probational or Promotional Career Progression : This position may be filled as Bridge and Lock Operator 1 or 2 depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s). Please refer to the 'Job Specifications' tab located at the top of the LA Careers 'Current Job Opportunities' page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications and job concepts for each level.

Compensation :

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 at https : / / www.laworks.net / workforcedev / lrs / lrs_main.asp.

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. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Contact Information : For further information about this vacancy, contact : Jay Nipper DOTD-District 61 Equipment Superintendent 225-231-4162.