Louisiana Department of State Civil Service
Operating Engineer Master
Louisiana Department of State Civil Service, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, us, 70873
Operating Engineer Master
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Operating Engineer Master
Salary
$3,649.00 - $6,566.00 Monthly
Location
Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type
Classified
Job Number
51/50311961/OEM/08.29.25-TR
Department
DOTD-Engineering & Operations
Division
Section 51
Opening Date
08/29/2025
Closing Date
9/10/2025 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
Questions
About this Job
Section 51 Unit 009
51/50311961/OEM/08.29.25-TR
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 Position:
Work is mainly performed at DOTD HQ, but may be performed at any of the HQ satellite offices as needed. Work may be performed in or out of doors in a various weather conditions or at differing heights depending upon the nature of each assignment. Working may also involve bending, stooping, lifting and climbing.
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
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of experience or training in the operation or maintenance of large stationary engines or mechanical equipment.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
For those positions in which incumbents will be working with and handling refrigerants, possession of an appropriate EPA refrigerant recycling and recovery certification for technicians will be required (as required under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act, 1990).
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be foundhere.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
Performs skilled mechanical work as a sole operator on a rotating 12 hour shifts, 24 hour shifts/day, 365 days/year. Examples include the operation and maintenance of all heating ventilation and air conditioning equipment including pumps, boilers, cooling towers, power generators, and all other central plant equipment.
Operates and monitors equipment utilizing computer operated, centralized, energy management software systems which automates and controls the building’s heating ventilation and air conditioning throughout the multi building complex. Monitors security equipment such as CCTV and access control systems. Shift Operator is in charge of building security during unoccupied hours of operation, maintaining a secure building, granting access to authorized employees etc.
Reads gauges to check water temperature and levels, voltage, amperage and other operating conditions of HVAC and Power generation Equipment. Maintains daily logs and records of heavy industrial equipment such as boilers, chillers, etc. Performs preventative maintenance and maintains documentation of all mechanical equipment.
Assist contractors with repairs in central plant equipment, and all HVAC related equipment. Services and makes minor repairs to air handlers and other plant machinery.
Monitors chilled boiler and domestic water to maintain proper chemical levels to reduce the risk of corrosion buildup, and to stop the growth of algae and other harmful bacteria accumulations. Works with and assists the water treatment consultants and engineers in the treatment of each water system.
May be required to perform other duties as necessary including, but not limited to, emergency/ disaster support activities. May be required to remain on duty several days at a time during such disaster or catastrophe when travel to and from jobsite is limited or impossible
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional
Compensation: Starting salary is $21.05/hourly with an additional $2.00 optional pay for every hour worked.
The incumbent is required to possess the following specialized knowledge, skills, abilities, as well as maintain the following licensing to operate the following equipment:
Must be knowledgeable in the operation of heating ventilation and air conditioning
Have a background of computer skills including Energy Management Software
Be able to answer calls being polite and courteous to diagnose and rectify problem situations
Operate heavy machinery including, but not limited to, boilers, chillers, pumps, motors, emergency power generating equipment, etc.
Total chiller capacity – 1890 tons of cooling not including small reciprocal units
Domestic Hot Water boilers- 729.000 BTU/HR with 245 gallon holding capacity
Five tube boilers- 10,500,000/BTU/HR with heating surface of 1250 square feet
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.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test scoreis 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). Resumeswill notbe 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:
Nathan Lemoine
Facility Maintenance Manager B
225-379-1127
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough 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 athttps://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 (https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Your_Retirement_System.mp4) 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
01
Are you a probational LA-DOTD employee?
Yes
No
02
Are you a permanent LA DOTD employee?
Yes
No
03
Are you a current or former employee of the State of Louisiana?
Yes
No
04
If so, for which state agency(ies) do you/did you work and during what time period(s)? If not, indicate "NA".
05
To ensure compliance with PPM #9, DOTD Nepotism Policy, please list the name and relationship with any immediate family members that are currently employed by the LA-DOTD. Please type "N/A" if there are no immediate family members?
Required Question
Employer
State of Louisiana
Address
For agency contact information, please refer to
the supplemental information above.
Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802
Phone
(866) 783-5462
Website
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm
Apply
Please verify your email addressVerify Email
Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisiana/jobs/newprint/5062985)
Apply
Operating Engineer Master
Salary
$3,649.00 - $6,566.00 Monthly
Location
Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type
Classified
Job Number
51/50311961/OEM/08.29.25-TR
Department
DOTD-Engineering & Operations
Division
Section 51
Opening Date
08/29/2025
Closing Date
9/10/2025 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
Questions
About this Job
Section 51 Unit 009
51/50311961/OEM/08.29.25-TR
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 Position:
Work is mainly performed at DOTD HQ, but may be performed at any of the HQ satellite offices as needed. Work may be performed in or out of doors in a various weather conditions or at differing heights depending upon the nature of each assignment. Working may also involve bending, stooping, lifting and climbing.
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
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of experience or training in the operation or maintenance of large stationary engines or mechanical equipment.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
For those positions in which incumbents will be working with and handling refrigerants, possession of an appropriate EPA refrigerant recycling and recovery certification for technicians will be required (as required under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act, 1990).
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be foundhere.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
Performs skilled mechanical work as a sole operator on a rotating 12 hour shifts, 24 hour shifts/day, 365 days/year. Examples include the operation and maintenance of all heating ventilation and air conditioning equipment including pumps, boilers, cooling towers, power generators, and all other central plant equipment.
Operates and monitors equipment utilizing computer operated, centralized, energy management software systems which automates and controls the building’s heating ventilation and air conditioning throughout the multi building complex. Monitors security equipment such as CCTV and access control systems. Shift Operator is in charge of building security during unoccupied hours of operation, maintaining a secure building, granting access to authorized employees etc.
Reads gauges to check water temperature and levels, voltage, amperage and other operating conditions of HVAC and Power generation Equipment. Maintains daily logs and records of heavy industrial equipment such as boilers, chillers, etc. Performs preventative maintenance and maintains documentation of all mechanical equipment.
Assist contractors with repairs in central plant equipment, and all HVAC related equipment. Services and makes minor repairs to air handlers and other plant machinery.
Monitors chilled boiler and domestic water to maintain proper chemical levels to reduce the risk of corrosion buildup, and to stop the growth of algae and other harmful bacteria accumulations. Works with and assists the water treatment consultants and engineers in the treatment of each water system.
May be required to perform other duties as necessary including, but not limited to, emergency/ disaster support activities. May be required to remain on duty several days at a time during such disaster or catastrophe when travel to and from jobsite is limited or impossible
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional
Compensation: Starting salary is $21.05/hourly with an additional $2.00 optional pay for every hour worked.
The incumbent is required to possess the following specialized knowledge, skills, abilities, as well as maintain the following licensing to operate the following equipment:
Must be knowledgeable in the operation of heating ventilation and air conditioning
Have a background of computer skills including Energy Management Software
Be able to answer calls being polite and courteous to diagnose and rectify problem situations
Operate heavy machinery including, but not limited to, boilers, chillers, pumps, motors, emergency power generating equipment, etc.
Total chiller capacity – 1890 tons of cooling not including small reciprocal units
Domestic Hot Water boilers- 729.000 BTU/HR with 245 gallon holding capacity
Five tube boilers- 10,500,000/BTU/HR with heating surface of 1250 square feet
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.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test scoreis 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). Resumeswill notbe 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:
Nathan Lemoine
Facility Maintenance Manager B
225-379-1127
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough 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 athttps://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 (https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Your_Retirement_System.mp4) 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
01
Are you a probational LA-DOTD employee?
Yes
No
02
Are you a permanent LA DOTD employee?
Yes
No
03
Are you a current or former employee of the State of Louisiana?
Yes
No
04
If so, for which state agency(ies) do you/did you work and during what time period(s)? If not, indicate "NA".
05
To ensure compliance with PPM #9, DOTD Nepotism Policy, please list the name and relationship with any immediate family members that are currently employed by the LA-DOTD. Please type "N/A" if there are no immediate family members?
Required Question
Employer
State of Louisiana
Address
For agency contact information, please refer to
the supplemental information above.
Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802
Phone
(866) 783-5462
Website
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm
Apply
Please verify your email addressVerify Email