Senior Auto Mechanic & Lead Technician

City of Lake Charles, Louisiana; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lake Charles is seeking an Auto Mechanic III to perform skilled mechanical work and supervise Mechanics I and II. The role includes maintenance of vehicles and heavy equipment, with on-call responsibilities and a CDL Class B license due within six months.

This position requires high school diploma or GED and 2–3 years related experience, plus strong knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and braking systems. The job is on-site and non-exempt hourly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; and two to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess a valid Louisiana Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B with airbrake and passenger endorsements within six months of employment.
• Requires ability to read gauges and meters accurately and to maintain accurate records.
• Must be capable of assimilating safety training and work accordingly.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties of an Auto Mechanic I and II.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on automotive vehicles and equipment, including complex hydraulic systems and automated refuse collection systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems, including ignitions, lights, and instrument panels and analyze causes of malfunctions.
• Repair and adjust air and hydraulic brake systems and related components.
• Test drive vehicles after repairs and record labor, parts, and time on work orders.
• Perform any other assigned duties.

Skills

Electrical systems

Brake systems

Engine repair

Hand tools

Reading gauges

Safety knowledge

On-call readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

2–3 years related experience

Tools

CDL Class B

Job description

City of Lake Charles is seeking an Auto Mechanic III to perform skilled mechanical work and supervise Mechanics I and II. The role includes maintenance of vehicles and heavy equipment, with on-call responsibilities and a CDL Class B license due within six months.

This position requires high school diploma or GED and 2–3 years related experience, plus strong knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, and braking systems. The job is on-site and non-exempt hourly.