MECHANIC 1-3 (LAFAYETTE MECHANIC SHOP)

Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development seeks a skilled mechanic for the District 03 Mobile Equipment Shop. You will overhaul, repair and service heavy diesel equipment, diagnose electrical and hydraulic systems, and support field repairs as needed.

This role reports to the Mobile Equipment Shop Superintendent and requires the ability to work with minimal supervision. Appointment is Probational and Promotional with levels Mechanic-1/2/3 and hourly pay scales.

Qualifications

• One year of experience or training as a mechanic.

Responsibilities

• Overhauls, rebuilds and performs major repairs on heavy-duty diesel equipment.
• Performs major repairs on gasoline engines of all makes and models.
• Performs diagnostic tests on various systems to locate malfunctions.
• Troubleshoots and repairs transmissions in heavy-duty diesel equipment.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Diesel engine expertise

Electrical systems diagnosis

Hydraulic systems troubleshooting

Tools

Diagnostic testing tools

Torque converter knowledge

Job description

DISTRICT 03 / U071 / MECHANIC SHOP

JOB NUMBER: 03-186766-MECH1-3-10012026-DS

At DOTD, our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.

About This Job

DISTRICT 03 / U071 / MECHANIC SHOP

JOB NUMBER: 03-186766-MECH1-3-10012026-DS

At DOTD, our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.

The overall function of this position is to maintain, repair and overhaul all types of equipment including heavy mobile equipment or complex mechanical systems on mobile equipment. This position is located in District 03 of the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development and reports directly to Mobile Equipment Shop Superintendent. The incumbent must be self-motivated and be able to perform duties many times with or with minimal supervision and also be able to interpret unforeseen conditions as they may arise. The incumbent will participate in appropriate DOTD structured training programs as appropriate and attend all continuing education classes and conferences deemed necessary to facilitate the performance of required tasks.

If you're driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact—this could be the opportunity for you!

Minimum Qualifications

One year of experience or training as a mechanic.

Job Specification

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

Job Duties

• Overhauls, rebuilds and performs major repairs on heavy-duty diesel equipment. Performs major repairs on gasoline engines of all makes and models. Performs final tune-ups.
• Helps Shop Foreman and Shop Superintendent in providing guidance to lower level mechanics on all units. Also, provides assistance and advice to lower-level mechanics in the field in repairing hydraulic systems and engines.
• Performs diagnostic tests on various systems to locate malfunctions in electrical Systems.
• Trouble shoots and repairs transmissions in heavy-duty diesel equipment. Repairs Standard and automatic transmissions. Checks and repairs torque converters in heavy-duty diesel equipment.
• Checks electrical systems to determine the nature and extent of repairs.
• Removes drive lines and rebuilds on heavy duty diesel, cars and light trucks.
• May be required to perform other duties as necessary including, but not limited to, emergency/disaster support activities.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type: Probational and Promotional

Career Progression: This Position may be filled as a Mechanic 1, 2, or 3

Compensation

Below is the starting hourly rate for each level:

• Mechanic-1 $17.18 /hourly
• Mechanic-2 $19.67/hourly
• Mechanic-3 $21.05/hourly

Contact Information

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Ty Hargroder

Equipment Superintendent

[phone]

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

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.

Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available:

https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_main.asp