What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanic Supervisor A position at DOTD-Engineering & Operations?
About this Job
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The overall function of this position is to provide supervision, guidance, and logistical support to Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development's own mechanic and welding shop personnel, conducting repair work on mobile equipment and/or smaller equipment with PC#'s. This position is located in District 04 Operations, Unit 071, Bossier Parish of DOTD and reports directly to the Equipment Superintendent. The incumbent should have a working knowledge of equipment repair, to effectively supervise the activities of the Mobile Equipment Mechanic and Welding Shops. The incumbent must be self motivated and be able to perform duties with minimal supervision and be able to interpret unforeseen conditions as they arise. The incumbent will participate in appropriate DOTD structured training programs and attend all continuing education classes and conferences deemed necessary to facilitate the performance of required tasks. 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.
This position provides supervision to employees performing mechanic and welding activities throughout District 04, which includes the parishes of Bienville, Bossier, Caddo, Claiborne, Desoto, Red River and Webster.
A valid Louisiana Class “D” Chauffeur's License is required before appointment.
Minimum Qualifications
Four years of experience or training as a mechanic.
Job Specification
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
- Supervises and schedules all mobile equipment repairs in the District 04 Bossier Mechanic and Welding Shop, consisting of mechanical, welding, and preventive maintenance. Create, assign, update and complete work orders for equipment repairs. Inspect repair work in process and upon completion and evaluate work performance of subordinates. Maintain cost and time records for repair activities. Monitor supply inventories to ensure adequate supplies are available.
- Assist subordinates with repairs as well as make minor repairs in the shop and in the field as needed.
- Perform quality assurance/analysis on repaired vehicles and equipment and may be required to inspect work performed by contract vendors.
- Prepare estimates for equipment repairs. Ensure equipment assigned to Unit 071 is properly maintained. Complete preventive maintenance and building inspection forms and conduct safety meetings.
- Prepare planning and evaluation sessions for the Performance Evaluation System (PES). Assists in conducting interviews and recommend individuals for new hires and promotions.
- May be required to perform other duties as necessary including, but not limited to emergency/disaster support activities
Position-Specific Details:
Compensation: The starting salary for a Mechanic Supervisor A will be $24.10/hourly.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
How To Apply:
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*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.*
Please list all work experience on your application. Failure to include all work experience may affect your eligibility for this position.
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:
Lee Coco
“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.”
“Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here.”
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:
- 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.
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 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
Salary : $24