What are the responsibilities and job description for the MECHANIC 3 (MARINE / HEAVY MECHANIC) position at State of Louisiana?
Section 42 - Maintenance Systems Management
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:
As a Mechanic 3 (Marine/Heavy Equipment Mechanic) with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), you will play an important role in supporting ferry operations by maintaining and repairing the marine equipment that keeps ferries safely in service. You will perform advanced diagnostic, repair, and overhaul work on diesel engines, pumps, outdrives, gears, and other critical marine systems to ensure reliable operation of DOTD’s ferry fleet.
While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Services laws, rules and regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives.http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx
- Troubleshoots and repairs major and non-typical problems on diesel engines, pumps and other marine equipment in order to keep the ferries in service. This includes changing all coolers, adjusting governors, rebuilding engines, changing heads, and braking down equipment and diagnosing problems, etc
- Directs and oversees the rebuilding and repair of marine equipment in the marine repair shop, such as pumps, outdrives, gears, etc...
- Develops parts, tools and supply lists to able to repair marine equipment. Also to keep spare parts supply for emergency outages.
- Provides technical support and training to marine operations staff and marine trades helpers
Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment
- Mechanic 3 -$21.05 up to $33.68
Applicants with extraordinary qualifications may be eligible for appointment above the minimum rate in accordance with Civil Service Rule 6.5(g).
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 qualification and job concepts for each level.
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.
* Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Steven Sibley
Engineer 7
225-379-1820Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
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: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp
Salary : $3,649 - $6,566