WELDER
About this Job
DISTRICT 02-UNIT 071
JOB NUMBER: 02/50395098/WELD/10.15.2026-JF
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.
This position is in the District 02 Operations’ Section of the Department of Transportation and Development and reports directly to the District 02 Mobile Equipment Shop Superintendent at the Bridge City Mechanic Shop. This position serves as the Welder for the parishes assigned and serves in Gang 071.The incumbent is required to have specialized knowledge and proficiency in operating and maintaining all of the welding equipment used to perform welding task. The incumbent is required to safely operate a variety of mobile equipment and is required to ensure that all equipment is properly serviced, and that service records are maintained.
If you're driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact—this could be the opportunity for you!
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Minimum Qualifications
Two years of experience or training in the welding trade; OR
Completion of a Technical Diploma or Associate of Applied Science welding program from a Louisiana Technical or Community College or equivalent program from other institutions.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:
- Preliminary duties include taking measurements, drawing or laying out materials (e.g. iron, aluminum plates, channel iron, etc…) to be cut with torch or welded. Grinds’/cleans (e.g. removes ruts, etc…) materials to be welded or after welding is done to produce finished quality product. Brazes, welds, fits and /or installs welded parts onto equipment/structures as necessary.
- May operate a variety of mobile equipment such as winch trucks, forklifts, front-end loaders; may assist district mechanics. Completes daily work reports and other related paperwork.
- Determines equipment and supplies needed according to type of welding job. Ensures welding equipment is in safe, working condition prior to usage and that materials and equipment are used properly, safely and efficiently.
- Designs, fabricates and/or brasses a variety of items (e.g. trash barrels, drainage covers, hardware on trucks, brackets, racks, cages, etc…).
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: This position may be filled by probation, promotion, or detail to special dutyCareer Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progressive Group
Work Schedule: Work hours may vary
Compensation: $19.67
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
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* 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:
Ricky Bolden
LADOTD
P.O. Box 9180 Bridge City, La 70094
504-437-3152
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