ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN 1-4

The State of Louisiana is hiring Engineering Technicians (levels 1-4) for District 03 in Baton Rouge, LA, with salaries ranging from $12.22 to $18.35 per hour. No civil service test is required, and applicants must complete an electronic application detailing their work experience. The position involves on-the-job training for basic engineering tasks under close supervision. This is an entry-level role with no supervisory responsibilities.
DISTRICT 03

JOB NUMBER: 03-CONT-ET-01062025-LR

District Recruitment for the following parishes:

Acadia, Evangeline, Iberia, Lafayette, St Landry, St Martin, St Mary, and Vermilion Parish

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

As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as an Engineering Technician 1, 2, 3, or 4 depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s).

Engineering Technician 1 - Starting salary is $12.22/hourly

Engineering Technician 2 - Starting salary is $14.00/hourly

Engineering Technician 3 - Starting salary is $16.03/hourly

Engineering Technician 4 - Starting salary is $18.35/hourly

Additional $2.00/HR Premium Pay For Every Hour Worked

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

Please list all work experience on your application. Failure to include all work experience may affect your eligibility for this position.
• Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

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.

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

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Lynn Reed, Dawn Soileau, or Lela Babineaux

DOTD – District 03

Human Resources

(337) 262-6100
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Possession of a high school diploma or GED.

SUBSTITUTIONS:
Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance will substitute for the high school diploma or GED.
Function of Work:
To participate in on-the-job training to learn basic, routine sub professional engineering tasks, as defined in the Examples Of Work Section.

Level of Work:
Entry.

Supervision Received:
Close from an Engineering Technician 5, 6, 7, a professional engineer or manager of the agency served.

Supervision Exercised:
None.

Location of Work:
May be used by all state agencies.

Job Distinctions:
Differs from higher level engineering technicians by the focus on learning basic methods, techniques and procedures and by the presence of detailed instructions and close supervision.

Job duties include but are not limited to the following:

70% Utilizes a thorough knowledge and understanding of Department procedures, policies, standards, and specifications in the inspection of construction work and/or in the completion and/or processing of construction-related documents such as field diaries, partial estimates and final estimates. Enters construction project data into the appropriate computer database or application (MATT, Site Manager, Content Manager etc.). Applies DOTD engineering policies and procedures to normal work situations in the Project Engineer's Office and/or at construction sites. Serves as primary construction inspector in area(s) of specialization or certification.

Determines material sampling requirements for area(s) of expertise. Verifies elevations/alignments for surveys. Reviews haul tickets to determine if loads comply with authorized/approved load quantities/volumes. Prepares work reports, monthly estimate quantities, and mathematical calculations necessary to complete paperwork. May serve as the primary asphalt plant technician.

20% Completes required training classes and receives on-the-job training in performing construction inspection and completing necessary documentation and/or paperwork. May also provide on-the-job training or assistance to newer or lower level technicians and/or consultant personnel.

5% May perform additional duties as necessary to ensure the efficient operations of the Project Engineer's office.

5% May be required to perform other duties as necessary including but not limited to Emergency/Disaster support activities.