Port Facility Maintenance Specialist 1-3

State of Louisiana; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 19,383,000 - 27,607,000; Full time

Job summary

The Port of Lake Charles, operated by Lake Charles Harbor & Terminal District, seeks candidates for Port Facility Maintenance Specialist 1–3. This full‑time state civil service role offers benefits and a career progression path.

Entry-level pay is $17.18/hr with potential for advancement based on experience. Selected candidates will maintain railroad tracks, heavy equipment, electrical and mechanical systems, and facilities & grounds, with duties including equipment operation and safety

Qualifications

• No experience or training required.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record; valid TWIC or ability to obtain TWIC.
• Preferred: ASE Certification, CDL, and experience with diesel engine equipment.
• Entry-level salary is $17.18 per hour; opportunity for advancement in a career progression group.

Responsibilities

• Inspect railroad tracks and perform track maintenance and related duties.
• Repair and maintain the Port’s heavy mobile equipment and fleet vehicles; electrical, drive train, engines, hydraulics, and related systems.
• Diagnose malfunctioning electrical systems and perform basic mechanical repairs; read blueprints and ladder logic.
• Operate equipment as needed for maintenance and facilities tasks.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on bearings, pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, and related components.

Skills

Railroad maintenance

Heavy equipment maintenance

Electrical systems

Mechanical maintenance

Facilities & grounds

Job description

Mission:

TO ACTIVELY CREATE, FACILITATE, AND ENHANCE BENEFITS FROM MARITIME TRANSPORTATION AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FOR THE BENEFIT OF ITS CUSTOMERS, STAKEHOLDERS, AND THE CITIZENS OF SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA.

The Port of Lake Charles is seeking candidates for the position of Port Facility Maintenance Specialist 1, 2, or 3. This is a full-time state Civil Service position which includes excellent benefits. Entry‑level salary is $17.18 per hour; however, this is a training series (career progression group) with an opportunity for advancement over time. Also, previous experience will be taken into consideration when determining hiring level and salary. The selected candidates will perform basic to advanced level duties in the repair and maintenance of the railroad, heavy mobile equipment, cranes, vehicles, electrical systems, mechanical maintenance, and facilities & grounds.

Selected candidates’ duties include repair and maintenance of electrical systems, heavy mobile equipment, vehicles, and machinery. Railroad systems, electrical systems, buildings, etc. Will also be required to operate equipment.

Performance of these duties requires the ability to safely stand, climb, bend, stoop, walk, push, pull, and lift objects weighing up to 30 pounds and work outdoors and around the waterfront.

The position is in a Career Progression Group and may be filled at the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd level, depending upon experience.

No experience or training is required.

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

Job Duties:

• Typical duties for a railroad consist of, but are not limited to, the following: Inspecting railroad tracks;


• Repair and set railroad switches; Clean, lubricate, and adjust railroad switches; Replace railroad crossties; Raise, tamp, and align railroad tracks; Operate equipment in the performance of track maintenance and grass cutting; Make minor repairs to equipment.


• Typical duties for a heavy equipment mechanic consist of, but are not limited to, the following: Repair and maintenance of the Port’s heavy mobile equipment and fleet vehicles, including electrical, drive train, engines, hydraulics, and computer-controlled systems, tire replacement, cutting and welding, and mower and weed eater maintenance.


• Typical duties for electrical maintenance consist of but are not limited to the following: Diagnose malfunctioning systems and equipment using test equipment and hand tools; Identify hazards, defects and needed repairs to electrical systems, equipment and components; Install, repair and maintain motors, transformers, motor starters, lights, circuits and wiring in compliance with electrical codes and standards; Perform basic mechanical repairs outside of the electrical trade and read blue prints and ladder logic.


• Typical duties for mechanical maintenance consist of but are not limited to the following: Operate equipment, tools and machinery as part of daily routine activities; Perform routine preventative maintenance; Provide maintenance needs on shift work, call outs and weekends; Perform maintenance on bearings, pumps, conveyors, gearboxes; Perform shaft and drive component alignment; Read blueprints and perform layout and fabrication; Welding; Perform visual inspections; Diagnose equipment problems; Read and understanding repair manuals.


• Typical duties facilities and grounds consist of but are not limited to the following: Operate equipment, tools and machinery as part of daily routine activities; Perform routine duties in the cleaning, repair and maintenance of office buildings, properties, facilities, docks, railroads, transit sheds, grounds and appliances; Operate tractors; Cut grass; Trim; Weed; Spray herbicide at all Port grounds; Performs tasks, such as shoveling, carpentry, welding, plumbing, electrical, railroad work and general upkeep of the buildings and grounds.

A valid driver’s license, good driving record, valid TWIC, or the ability to obtain TWIC are required. Other preferred qualifications include the possession of ASE Certification, CDL, and experience with diesel engine equipment.

Performance of duties for this position requires manual physical labor such as standing, stooping, bending, walking, pushing, pulling, climbing, and lifting 30 pounds or more, working outdoors in all types of weather, and working around the waterfront.

Position‑Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational

Career Progression: This position participates in a Career Progression Group.

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

Contact Information:

Jo Ellen Elliot

Lake Charles Harbor & Terminal District

337-493-3522

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