Mechanic 1-4

DISTRICT 08 - UNIT 071 - RAPIDES

Job Number: 08/50333008/MECH1-4/121323-Bb

Mechanic 1-4

The Louisiana Department of Transportation & Development is looking to fill vacancies for a Mechanic.

As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancy may be filled from this recruitment as a Mechanic 1, 2, 3 or 4 dependent upon the level of experience of the selected applicant(s).

Mechanic 1:  $17.18/hourly

Mechanic 2:  $19.67/hourly

Mechanic 3:  $21.05/hourly

Mechanic 4:  $22.52/hourly

Please refer to the 'Job specifications' tab located at the top of the La Careers 'Current Job Opportunities' page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications and job concepts for each level.

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.

Preference will be given to applicants possessing the following additional skills/qualifications listed below:

• Desktop Computer and Word Processing Skills

• Troubleshooting skills with heavy equipment scan and diagnostic tools

• Certificate of completion/attendance from an automotive or diesel training academy

• Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.*

DOTD EMPLOYEES: Refer to appropriate EDSM directive for required structured training requirements and PPM # 59 Workforce Development on training guidelines.

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Rhett Desselle, ADA, Operations

318.561.5102

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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

One year of experience as a mechanic.

SUBSTITUTIONS:

Training as a mechanic from a trade school, vocational-technical school, or military school will substitute for the required experience. Training will be credited in six month increments.

FUNCTION OF WORK:

To perform routine preventive maintenance and repair of small engines and mobile equipment.

LEVEL OF WORK:    

Entry.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Direct from a Mechanic Supervisor or higher level maintenance personnel.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

None.

LOCATION OF WORK:

May be used by all state agencies.

JOB DISTINCTIONS:

Differs from Trades Apprentice by the presence of independent performance of routine preventive maintenance and repair of small engines and mobile equipment in a non-trainee capacity. 

Differs from Mechanic 2 by the absence of independent responsibility on major components such as engines, transmissions, differentials, etc.

EXAMPLES BELOW ARE A BRIEF SAMPLE OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. NOT ALL POSSIBLE TASKS ARE INCLUDED.

Performs entry level repair/maintenance and inspection related activities on vehicles and heavy construction equipment.

Assists higher level mechanics in working on a variety of mobile equipment and vehicles.  

May also be responsible for repair and maintenance of equipment powered by small internal combustion engines such as: lawnmowers, string trimmers, outboard motors, etc.  Tasks may include spark plug replacement, carburetor cleaning, starter repair, and filter replacement.

Removes and cleans fuel tanks.

May maintain inventory of tools, instruments, and supplies.