AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC III (CLASS CODE 1992)

Republic of Green; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Automotive Mechanic III to join their team in New Orleans. This role involves specialized mechanical work in maintaining and repairing both gasoline and diesel heavy equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards. Candidates should possess extensive experience in automotive repair, particularly with special purpose equipment, and hold a valid driver's license. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a vital service in the community while working in a supportive and dynamic environment. If you have a passion for automotive mechanics and a commitment to quality, we encourage you to apply!

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in automotive repair, including special purpose equipment.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License and ASE licensure may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair on heavy and complex automotive equipment.
• Ensure compliance with licensing and safety standards.

Skills

Automotive Repair

Diesel Mechanics

Gasoline Mechanics

Special Purpose Equipment Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Automotive Repair Tools

Job description

AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC III (CLASS CODE 1992)

City of New Orleans, LA

Specialized skilled mechanical work in the maintenance and repair of heavy and/or complex automotive equipment, both gasoline and diesel; and related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a current Driver's License.*

AND EITHER:

1. Three (3) years of full-time experience at the level of Automotive Mechanic I or above with the City of New Orleans. At least eighteen (18) months of this experience must have included maintenance and repair of special purpose equipment (e.g., construction equipment, industrial equipment, turf equipment, refuse collection and transport equipment, 2½ ton and above transport equipment, etc.).
2. Three (3) years of full-time experience as a journeyman mechanic which must have included at least eighteen (18) months of experience in the maintenance and repair of special purpose equipment, (e.g., turf equipment, refuse collection and transport equipment, 2½ ton and above transport equipment, industrial equipment, etc.).

Prior to appointment, the hiring agency is required to verify driver's license and ASE licensure 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.

Note: Some positions may require a valid and current Commercial Driver's License.*

Note: For some positions specialized training or licenses such as an ASE License may be required.*

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

Kind of Examination

A qualifying review of training and experience.

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

General Information

THE CITY OF NEW ORLEANS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, GENDER, AGE, PHYSICAL OR MENTAL DISABILITY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, CREED, CULTURE, OR ANCESTRY.

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.

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.

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.

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.

EXPERIENCE

Applicants will not receive credit for unpaid work unless specified on the job announcement.

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.