AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC I (CLASS CODE 1990)

New Orleans, Louisiana; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in New Orleans is seeking individuals for semi-skilled automotive maintenance roles. This position involves working with small engines and automotive equipment, requiring a blend of practical experience and training. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and demonstrate mechanical skills. The role emphasizes safety and compliance, including substance abuse testing and background checks. If you're passionate about automotive repair and looking to make a difference in a supportive environment, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you!

Qualifications

• Possession of a current Driver's License is required.
• Nine months of experience in maintenance and repair of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform semi-skilled automotive maintenance and minor repairs.
• Conduct background checks and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Automotive Maintenance

Small Engine Repair

Mechanical Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Mechanical Training Program

Tools

Automotive Repair Tools

Job description

Semi-skilled and limited skilled automotive maintenance work in the service and minor repair of small engines and automotive equipment; and related work as required. Possession of a current Driver's License.*

AND EITHER: Nine (9) months of full-time experience in the maintenance and repair of general and/or special purpose equipment (i.e., automobiles, motorcycles, construction equipment, industrial equipment, etc.).

OR: Completion of a mechanical training program at a recognized training school.*

Note: Persons appointed to this position must possess the tools required in the performance of automotive repairs.

*Prior to appointment, the hiring agency is required to verify education claimed by the applicant to qualify for this classification. If selected for hire, applicants must provide original documents of their qualifying credentials to the hiring agency prior to their start date in this job classification. A qualifying rating of training and experience.

This is a noncompetitive entrance examination in accordance with Rule V, Section 8.1 (d) of the City Civil Service Rules.

BACKGROUND CHECK: The hiring department will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant’s criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate.

APPLICATIONS: Applications will not be accepted if received after the closing date or after the stated maximum number of applications has been received, as specified on this announcement. All minimum qualification requirements for examinations must be met by the final filing date unless otherwise specified on this announcement. PAPER APPLICATIONS must be submitted on the official application form AND MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE DEPARTMENT OF CITY CIVIL SERVICE, 1340 POYDRAS STREET, SUITE 900, NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA, BEFORE THE CLOSE OF BUSINESS ON THE FINAL FILING DATE.

WORKING TEST PERIOD: Effective August 1, 2023, the working test (probationary) period for all positions in the classified service is one year.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE TESTING: The City of New Orleans has a comprehensive program of substance abuse testing. Candidates for employment for certain positions where the health, welfare and/or safety of the public, co-workers and the individual employee is at risk will have to undergo pre-employment substance abuse screening. Candidates for all other original entrance positions will have to undergo an unannounced substance abuse screening during their working test period. For further information, see Civil Service Rule V, Section 9.

A MEDICAL EXAMINATION is required for all original entrance probationary appointments to ACTIVE classifications, and may be required for re-employment, promotions and/or transfers.

GOOD MORAL CHARACTER is required of all applicants. Any applicant may be disqualified if his/her character or past employment record is found to be unsatisfactory as determined by the Department of City Civil Service. Forgery, misrepresentation of facts, or cheating on examinations is punishable by disqualification, fine and other penalties.

IMPORTANT: Applicants who are licensed to drive should have a current license on their person for purposes of identification during all phases of an examination. In lieu of such license, the Department of City Civil Service may require that applicants have some form of picture identification.

VETERANS PREFERENCE: On original entrance examinations, veterans (as defined in Article X, Section 10(2) of the Constitution of the State of Louisiana), disabled veterans, certain spouses and parents of veterans shall receive additional credit if claimed as provided on the Veterans Preference claim form which can be obtained in this office. To obtain credit, this form must be submitted with the required proof (at the minimum, a DD214) before the final filing date.

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA AND GENERAL EQUIVALENCY DIPLOMA (GED) must be issued by a state Department of Education or an institution recognized by a state Department of Education. Certificates of completion, high school diplomas and GED from institutions not recognized by a state Department of Education, and high school diplomas from foreign countries are not acceptable.

EXPERIENCE:
Applicants will not receive credit for unpaid work unless specified on the job announcement. Partial credit only will be given for related part time employment. Civil Service reserves the right to determine which degrees, education, or other credentials are related or closely related.

PROFESSIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE: The Civil Service Department defines this experience as experience gained in a position that required a Bachelor's Degree upon entrance.

OFFERS OF EMPLOYMENT OR PROMOTION:
Prior to appointment, the hiring agency is required to verify education, driver's license, and/or professional licenses/certifications claimed by the applicant to qualify for this classification. If selected for hire, applicants must provide original documents of their qualifying credentials to the hiring agency prior to their start date in this job classification. Offers of employment or promotion are required to be withdrawn for applicants who are found to have misrepresented their credentials during the application process.