Maintenance Mechanic - Baton Rouge; North Plant

Maintenance Mechanic - Baton Rouge (North Plant)

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.

At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you’ll make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most to them – people.

As a Maintenance Mechanic
, you’ll join a collaborative team ensuring that our clients can deliver their services – uninterrupted. Based in Baton Rouge, LA (North Plant) you’ll lead complex mechanical repairs and mentoring programs. In this role, you will also coordinate with operations and engineering. Your expertise will contribute to the safe and efficient operation of facilities, empowering communities to thrive.

• Lead and perform complex mechanical repairs, major equipment overhauls, and corrective maintenance activities
• Provide preventive and corrective maintenance on pumps, valves, motors, and other mechanical and operating equipment throughout the plant
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and conduct root cause failure analysis to improve reliability and performance
• Plan, schedule, and prioritize maintenance work to minimize downtime and support continuous operations
• Mentor and train junior mechanics, promoting safe work practices and technical skill development
• Coordinate maintenance activities with operations, engineering, vendors, and contractors to ensure efficient execution of work

• 5–10+ years in mechanical maintenance within an industrial, municipal, or plant environment
• Experience using CMMS systems for work order management, maintenance planning, and scheduling
• Familiarity with SCADA systems and their application in plant operations
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation

• Strong working knowledge of mechanical systems, including pumps, valves, motors, and other rotating and operating equipment
• Trade certifications or formal mechanical training related to industrial maintenance or rotating equipment

Safety is a core value  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 well-being. 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 $48,300.00 to $70,720.00; 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.

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

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.