TRADES APPRENTICE (LAFAYETTE MECHANIC SHOP)

Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) in Lafayette, LA seeks a District 03 Mechanic to perform routine maintenance and repair of small engines and mobile equipment. The role reports to the Mechanic Supervisor A and requires self-motivation with the ability to work with little supervision.

Responsibilities include tire replacement, preventative maintenance, and occasional emergency support.

Responsibilities

• Performs tire replacement, repair, and rotation for various mobile equipment.
• Performs preventative maintenance on passenger vehicles, small engines and some heavy equipment.
• Checks and replaces oils, fluids, hoses, spark plugs, belts and other parts.
• Operates district-wide shuttle truck to deliver mail, materials, parts and supplies.
• May perform other duties including emergency/disaster support.

Job description

JOB NUMBER: 03-136202-TA-08212026-DSAt 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: 03-136202-TA-08212026-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 perform routine preventive maintenance and repair of small engines and mobile equipment. This position is located in District 03 of the Department of Transportation and Development, Lafayette La, and reports directly to the Mechanic Supervisor A. 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.

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

Minimum Qualifications

No experience or training is required.

Job Specification

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

Job Duties And Other Information

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs tire replacement, repair, and rotation for various mobile equipment. Assists Overhaul and Master Mechanics as needed on complex or difficult repairs such as repairing brakes, Cleans parts, minor welding. Does some minor assembly of parts.
• Performs preventative maintenance on passenger vehicles, small engines and some heavy equipment by checking and replacing oils, fluids, hoses, spark plugs, belts and other miscellaneous parts.
• Makes regular maintenance checks and performs regular preventive maintenance such as: oil changes, lubrication, filter and radiator hose changes, and proper fluid level maintenance to keep warranties in effect.
• May operate district-wide shuttle truck between offices in the District to deliver mail, materials, parts and supplies. setting tappets and push rods, installing new piston rings, and cleaning parts. Removes and cleans fuel tanks.
• 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

For Further Information About This Vacancy Contact

Ty Hargroder
Equipment Superintendent
DOTD - DISTRICT 03
[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