MECHANIC 2
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Job overview
State of Louisiana is hiring a MECHANIC 2. The Mechanic 2 role at the Lafourche Basin Conservation Levee & Drainage District supports the district’s mission by performing skilled maintenance and repair of small engines and mobile equipment under the supervision of the Mechanic Supervisor.
Key focus areas include Perform repair and maintenance and inspection activities on vehicles and heavy construction equipment, Perform oil changes, lubrication, filter replacement, and check fluid levels, radiator hoses, and batteries, and Check lighting and wiring systems to ensure proper operation of headlights, spotlights, taillights and parking lights.
Important skills include Vehicle Repair, Heavy Construction Equipment Maintenance, Oil Changes, Lubrication, Filter Replacement, and Radiator Hose Maintenance.
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Full job description
OUR MISSION At the Lafourche Basin Conservation Levee & Drainage District, our mission is to ensure operational, financial and maintain the integrity of the Westbank of the Mississippi Levee System, which consist of 63 miles from Donaldsonville, Ascension Parish, to St. Charles Parish. Additionally, we maintain over 30 miles of flood protection in St. Charles Parish. About this position Mechanic 2 is a valuable part of the Lafourche Basin Conservation Levee & Drainage District because of their ability to perform skilled maintenance and repair of small engines and mobile equipment. This employee will work under the supervision of the Mechanic Supervisor A. Two years of experience or training as a mechanic. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here . Job Duties:
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Performs repair/maintenance and inspection-related activities on vehicles and heavy construction equipment
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Perform oil changes, lubrication, filter, proper fluid levels, radiator hose, batteries, etc
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Checks lighting and wiring systems to ensure proper operation of headlights, spotlights, taillights and parkings lights.
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Locates causes of malfunction by inspecting major component parts such as gears, rings, pistons, rods, gaskets, crankshafts, valves, seals. etc. Orders and installs replacement parts
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Connects repaired units to related mechanisms and adjusts systems to proper operation
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Uses grinding and seating equipment, clutch pilot tools, gear pulling tools, and common hand tools
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational Appointment - up to 24 months
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
**Note: Agency preferred qualification for applicants is to have valid driver's license ** Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
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. *Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. * For further information about this vacancy contact: Sara Long Human Resources Specialist [email protected] (225)265-7545
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