TRADESMAN (FIRE TECH) 1, 2, OR 3

ANNOUNCEMENT NO. 069-2026                                                           BENEFITS

OPENING DATE: April 23, 2026                                                 Retirement: LASERS

CLOSING DATE: May 07, 2026                                                   Insurance: Medical, Dental, & Vision

                                                                                                       Paid Holidays: 10 plus proclaimed

*SALARY:                                                                                      Annual Leave: 96 hours per year with tenure increases

      MW-210 $35,734 - $42,890                                                   Sick Leave: 96 hours per year with tenure increases

      MW-211  $38,230 - $45,885

*Salary indicates typical starting range. Level will be determined by qualifications.

JOB TYPE: Unclassified* 

Current Classified employees must give up their designation to accept this position. 

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Conducts monthly inspections of fire extinguishers to ensure units are fully charged, properly located and free from tampering or damage, service tags are updated and correctly located in structure, to include fire suppression systems to verify control valves are properly positioned and sprinkle heads to ensure units are fully charged, and free from tampering or damage, maintain fire alarm systems, smoke detectors, strobes. Accordance with the Louisiana State Fire Marshall office. Conduct hands-on independent maintenance under Fire Marshal guide including diagnostics and troubleshooting for any repair system faults and malfunctions and perform corrective maintenance to restore full functionality and ensure facility safety. Ensure all work complies with safety standards and regulations. Maintain detail records of inspections, testing, maintenance activities, and procurement actions of service records and inspections. Track all assets within the work order system. Ensure system remains in a (Live) status and life cycle requirements are monitored within the maintenance work order system. Serve as the point of contact for external vendors conducting repairs, inspections, and replacements as required for all system deficiencies and system upgrades. Respond to emergency call outs when required. Collaborate with supervisors on all upgrades and projects. Manage and maintain electronic and physical fire evacuation signage, ensuring all signage is accurate, visibility and compliance and updated to reflect any structural or layout changes and fire regulations. Perform other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of fire protection systems ,including extinguishers, alarms, and suppression systems. Familiarly with fire safety regulations and codes, OSHA, Fire Marshal requirements. Ability to perform independent diagnostic and trouble shooting. Ability to coordinate with vendors and manage multiple maintenance actions simultaneously. Ability to read and interpret technical drawing and blueprints. 

• Must have a valid Driver's License, Social Security Card and Birth Certificate
• Must qualify to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) Card.
• Must be available to report to duty during emergency or disaster situations.
  Other periodic travel may be required.
• Must meet physical requirements to perform functions of the position.
• Must attend/complete all Louisiana Military Department (LMD) annual training and other training required for the position.
• Must adhere to the Code of Ethics and foster a Sexual Harassment-Free Environment.

• All LMD positions require in-office attendance. This is not a remote position.
• Salary is paid by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) / Direct Deposit Only. A checking or savings account is required for employment.
• For positions requiring computer/email access selected applicant must qualify to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) Card and maintain eligibility.
• LMD is a substance abuse and drug free workplace. The selected applicant must pass a preemployment background investigation and pre-employment drug test. Thereafter, all employees are subject to random drug testing.
• To become an employee of the LMD you must be a current member of the Louisiana National Guard or eligible for membership in the Louisiana State Guard.
• The selected applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background investigation prior to employment.

• State Application: The LANG-LMD-H Form 10 (State Application) is located at
  http://geauxguard.la.gov/join-us/state-technician-vacancies

Equal Opportunity Employer and State as a Model Employee (SAME)

Salary : $40,914 - $49,109