Mechanic - Baton Rouge, LA (South Plant)

Jacobs; Baton Rouge (LA); Presencial; USD 44.000 - 56.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Jacobs in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Mechanic to join a collaborative team that keeps municipal facilities running. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on water and wastewater plants and related equipment on an assigned shift, with travel to client sites as needed.

You will inspect, lubricate, replace bearings, tune engines, weld, clean and paint equipment, and maintain service records to support safe, reliable operations for our customers.

Formación

• One year of experience in the maintenance of wastewater treatment plants and related equipment.
• Proficiency in CMMS software is required.
• Safety-conscious approach to maintenance and operations.

Responsabilidades

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on water/wastewater plants and equipment.
• Inspect, lubricate, replace bearings, tune engines, and weld or paint as needed.
• Maintain maintenance records and support safe, reliable operations.

Conocimientos

Maintenance experience

Educación

CMRT certification or ability to obtain within 3 years

Herramientas

CMMS

Descripción del empleo

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we don't settle - always looking beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. We apply our expertise and knowledge as welook intothe future with great optimism and focus. We don't settle until we give our best and know that we're making a difference.

As a Mechanic, you'll join a collaborative team ensuring that our clients can deliver their services – uninterrupted. Based in Baton Rouge, LA, you'll have the opportunity to perform a variety of tasks in the preventive and corrective maintenance on water/wastewater treatment plants and related facilities equipment on an assigned shift. You'll contribute to the success of our program with efficient preventive maintenance and effective solutions to challenges that may arise in municipal facilities. You'll perform preventive and corrective maintenance on buildings, structures, grounds, machinery and equipment; lubricate equipment and check for malfunctions; replace packing in pumps or valves; replace bearings in motors, pumps, and other equipment; tune engines, set valve clearance, clean, and adjust regulators; examine equipment failures to identify cause and to prevent recurrences; and install and sets up new equipment. You'll also clean and paint interior and exterior equipment and buildings; lean out pipes and perform other plumbing and pipe fitting tasks as required; use gas and/or arc welding equipment to heat, cut, braze, or weld; perform duties of painter in their absence; assist in keeping maintenance records; and perform other duties as required. Most importantly, you'll take action to ensure the safety, health and well-being of you and your team.

As an essential function of the position and as a business necessity, this role requires regular travel by motor vehicle to client sites, project locations, and other work-related destinations in connection with the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities. Accordingly, a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required for this position.

Bring your team-focus, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and we'll help you grow what drives you - and deliver the world’s most challenging Operations Management projects, together.

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Here’s what you'll need

• One year of experience in the maintenance of wastewater treatment plants and related equipment, or similar maintenance experience
• A valid Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician (CMRT) certification or ability to obtain within 3 years of date of hire
• Proficiency in the use of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)

Ideally, You’ll Also Have

• Forklift experience
• Experience in serving municipal utility client
• Safe work practices

Working Conditions

Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your wellbeing. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $43,500.00 to $56,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on September 28, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.