Maintenance Repairer 1

Port of South Louisiana; Reserve (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Port of South Louisiana is seeking a hands-on maintenance technician to support the safe operation and upkeep of Port facilities, grounds, vehicles, and equipment. You will perform routine repairs across plumbing, carpentry, electrical, painting, and equipment maintenance with attention to safety and quality.

Work hours are 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Appointment type is probationary up to 24 months.

Qualifications

• One year of experience or training in building trades or maintenance.
• Six semester hours in construction management, construction technology, or engineering.
• Ability to operate hand tools and power equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor repairs to buildings and fixtures across plumbing, carpentry, welding, electrical, painting.
• Maintain lawn care equipment and perform routine vehicle maintenance.
• Ground maintenance including grass cutting and facility upkeep.
• Operate tractors, forklift, backhoe, and related equipment.
• Support with general duties and document work as assigned by Supervisor.

Skills

Maintenance skills

Education

High-level training or 1-year experience in trades

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

OUR MISSION

The Port of South Louisiana’s mission is to serve the maritime transportation needs of resident industry; assist resident industry in developing maritime and industrial facilities; encourage foreign and domestic investment within the River Parishes Region and Louisiana; and attract foreign and domestic cargo to the Globalplex Intermodal Terminal.

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

This hands-on position performs routine maintenance and repair work supporting the safe operation and upkeep of Port facilities, grounds, vehicles, and equipment. Success requires practical repair skills, safe operation of tools and equipment, dependability, attention to detail, and the ability to address varied maintenance needs. The position offers the opportunity to perform a broad range of work that directly supports the Port’s facilities and operations.

One year of experience or training in the building construction trades, building maintenance, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment, or park operations and grounds maintenance; OR

Six semester hours in construction management, construction technology, or engineering, or any combination of these courses.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties

• Perform minor repairs to buildings and fixtures including plumbing, carpentry, welding, electrical (e.g., replace lighting ballasts, light switches, and outlets), mechanical, and painting; operate hand tools and power equipment (e.g., electric drill, pressure washer, skill saw, table saw, and chain saw); assemble and maintain furniture and new equipment according to manufacturer's instructions; and assist with general repairs to maintain the structural integrity and functionality of Port facilities.


• Perform repairs and maintenance on lawn care equipment (e.g., weed eaters, small engines, and mowers) and perform routine minor vehicle maintenance (e.g., tire repair, replacing wiper blades, and air filters) according to manufacturer's instructions.


• Perform ground maintenance and general facility upkeep including grass cutting on a zero-turn mower, shoveling, and maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of Port grounds and facilities.


• Operate a tractor with a bush hog with flex wing rotary cutter, a tractor with a spread box blade, a forklift, and a rubber tire backhoe with a loader bucket and a digging bucket.


• Operate office equipment including computer, printer, and scanner as needed to support departmental functions; and perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type: Probational - up to 24 months

Career Progression: This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.

Work Schedule: Work hours are 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday.

Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Louisiana is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Lisa T. French

Port of South Louisiana

[e-mail]

678-640-6438