MOBILE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 1 - WAE
Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location
Hammond, LA
Job Type
Classified
Job Number
222741-DRIVER-WAE
Department
LDH-Florida Parishes Human Services Authority
Opening Date
06/26/2026
Closing Date
7/8/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this Job
EMBRACING OUR DIVERSITY MAKES US STRONGER
We believe that our individual differences are our strength, and they form the foundation that allows our agency to empower individuals to experience a greater quality of life.
Our agency's vision is that all people will be empowered to lead meaningful and productive lives among friends, relatives, and neighbors, regardless of behavioral health needs or developmental disabilities. We have been lighting the path forward into recovery by providing person-centered services to adults and children who meet the treatment criteria for substance use disorders, developmental disabilities, and/or mental health.
We are seeking a reliable and responsible individual to be a Mobile Equipment Operator/Driver of our Mobile Unit! This position is part-time and will be responsible for driving our mobile unit to outreach clinics and other special events throughout our five-parish region, as needed. A valid, unrestricted drivers license and a clean driving history are required.
This position is ideal for someone living the retirement life and looking for occasional/flexible work, or for someone with another job who is looking for something extra to supplement their income. The schedule is on an as-needed basis (typically only 2-3 times per month). If this sounds like a good fit for you, we'd love to hear from you!
Minimum Qualifications
No experience or training is required.
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:
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: This position is for a part-time WAE (When Actually Employed) position only and is not to exceed 1245 hours in a 12-month period.
Work Hours: There are no set hours for this position, but most work hours will fall between 7:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M. on weekdays. There may be special events during evening hours or on weekends in which the MU Driver may be needed.
Compensation: Salary may be negotiable depending on the chosen applicants level of experience. Below is a list of the pay range for the position:
Location: This position is domiciled in Hammond, Louisiana; however, travel throughout the five-parish region we serve is required.
How To Apply:
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.
Contact Information:
For further information on this vacancy, please contact:
Emily Barthelemy
HR Analyst C
Florida Parishes Human Services Authority
835 Pride Drive, Suite B
Hammond, LA 70401
emily.barthelemy@fphsa.org
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. FPHSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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:
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):
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I understand this position is part-time and that there are no set hours for this position, but most work hours will fall between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM on weekdays. There may be special events during evening hours or on weekends in which this position may be needed.
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Do you have a valid, unrestricted drivers license?
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Have you had three or more convictions, guilty pleas, and/or nolo contendere pleas for moving violations within the previous 12 months?
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Have you had a single conviction, guilty plea, and/or nolo contendere plea for operating a vehicle while intoxicated, hit-and-run driving, vehicular negligent injury, reckless operation of a vehicle, or similar violation within the previous 12 months?
Required Question
Employer State of Louisiana
Address 1201 N 3rd St
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802
Phone (866) 783-5462
Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm