Mechanic 1-3 (LAKE CHARLES)

State of Louisiana; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) District 07/Unit 071 seeks a mechanic to perform a wide range of repairs on heavy and light duty equipment, passenger vehicles, medium‑duty trucks and small engines. One year of experience or training as a mechanic is required.

The role involves diagnosing mechanical problems, replacing components, and assisting lower‑level staff. Work schedule is Monday‑Thursday 6:00 AM–4:30 PM; after‑hours callouts may be required.

Qualifications

• One year of experience or training as a mechanic.
• Ability to inspect equipment and diagnose mechanical problems.
• Adhere to DOTD policies and conduct requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs on heavy/light equipment, passenger vehicles, trucks, and small engines.
• Inspect equipment, diagnose mechanical problems, and determine the best repair path.
• Replace starters, alternators, batteries, lights, switches, etc.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems like dump bed lifts and aerial platforms.
• Provide guidance to lower-level mechanics and operators when needed.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Troubleshooting

Mentoring

Tools

Heavy equipment scan tool

Diagnostic tools

Job description

This position performs a wide range of repairs on a variety of makes and models of heavy and light duty construction equipment, passenger vehicles, medium duty trucks, and small engine equipment, and is located in the District 07/Unit 071.

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.

While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Service laws, rules and regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals and directives.

Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency: http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx

One year 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

• Perform a full range of repairs on a variety of makes and models of heavy and light duty construction equipment, passenger vehicles, medium duty trucks, and small engine equipment.
• Inspect equipment, diagnose mechanical problems, and determine the best course of repair.
• Removes and replaces starters, alternators, batteries, light assemblies, switches, etc.
• Diagnose and repair malfunctions to hydraulic systems such as dump bed lifts and aerial platform lifts.
• Provides instructions or assistance to lower-level mechanics and Mobile Equipment Operators when they encounter problems in repair work or are working as a group to accomplish major repairs.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type

Probational/Promotional

Career Progression

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

Work Schedule

Monday-Thursday/6:00AM-4:30PM

Expectations

• Operate desktop computer and have word processing skills.
• Random drug testing required.
• Troubleshooting skills with heavy equipment scan tool and diagnostic tools.
• Must respond to callouts during after-hours, days off, weekends, and holidays.
• Work tasks are carried out during
• ALLtypes of extreme weather conditions and hazardous work environments.

Contact Information

For more information regarding this vacancy, please contact:

Joseph Thomas

Equipment Superintendent

337-437-9162

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 here.