Posting number: 223433
Department: Lafourche Basin Conservation Levee and Drainage District
Job classification: MECHANIC 2
Posting type: Open
Categories: Trades, Vehicle Maintenance, Construction Maintenance, Construction Trades
OUR MISSION
At the Lafourche Basin Conservation Levee & Drainage District, our mission is to ensure operational, financial and maintain the integrity of the Westbank of the Mississippi Levee System, which consist of 63 miles from Donaldsonville, Ascension Parish, to St. Charles Parish. Additionally, we maintain over 30 miles of flood protection in St. Charles Parish.
About this position
Mechanic 2 is a valuable part of the Lafourche Basin Conservation Levee & Drainage District because of their ability to perform skilled maintenance and repair of small engines and mobile equipment. This employee will work under the supervision of the Mechanic Supervisor A.
Two years of experience or training as a mechanic.
Job Duties:
Performs repair/maintenance and inspection-related activities on vehicles and heavy construction equipment
Perform oil changes, lubrication, filter, proper fluid levels, radiator hose, batteries, etc
Checks lighting and wiring systems to ensure proper operation of headlights, spotlights, taillights and parkings lights.
Locates causes of malfunction by inspecting major component parts such as gears, rings, pistons, rods, gaskets, crankshafts, valves, seals. etc. Orders and installs replacement parts
Connects repaired units to related mechanisms and adjusts systems to proper operation
Uses grinding and seating equipment, clutch pilot tools, gear pulling tools, and common hand tools
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational Appointment - up to 24 hours
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
**Note: Agency preferred qualification for applicants is to have valid driver's license **
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How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
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*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. *
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Sara Long
Human Resources Specialist
slong@lbld.us.com
(225)265-7545
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