About Ditch Witch Of South Louisiana
Established in 2002, Ditch Witch of South Louisiana has grown into one of the region’s most respected leaders in underground construction equipment and support. As an authorized Ditch Witch and Takeuchi dealer, we proudly serve contractors, utility providers, municipalities, and homeowners across South Louisiana with premium equipment and dependable, responsive service. As a family-owned and operated dealership led by Steve Jester, Owner and President, our company is built on integrity, strong relationships, and a deep commitment to customer success. Steve’s hands-on leadership and focus on service excellence continue to shape our culture and drive our performance.
We understand the demanding conditions of underground construction in Louisiana, which is why we offer a comprehensive lineup of trenchers, vibratory plows, horizontal directional drills, excavators, mini skid steers, vacuum excavators, utility locators, and guidance systems—supported by full parts, service, rentals, and financing solutions. Our experienced team works closely with customers from equipment selection through long-term maintenance, ensuring every machine delivers maximum productivity and uptime.
A Legacy of Performance
Our commitment to excellence has earned national recognition. We are proud to be an eleven-time recipient of the Ditch Witch Crescent Club Award, including recognition as a 2025 Crescent Club Award Winner, placing us among the top-performing Ditch Witch dealerships worldwide. We were also named a 2024 Takeuchi 360 Dealer, recognized for meeting Elite Overall Dealer Standards. In addition, we have been honored as the Number 1 Service Dealer in the Ditch Witch organization for eight consecutive years—demonstrating our unwavering dedication to technical expertise and customer support.
In 2025, our commitment to service was further highlighted when our longtime technician, Chris LeJeune, was named the AED Technician of the Year—a prestigious national honor recognizing top technicians across the industry. This award reflects the skill, professionalism, and pride our service team brings to every customer interaction.
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