Mechanic ; Marine​/Heavy Mechanic

About This Position

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking a skilled Mechanic 3 (Marine/Heavy Equipment Mechanic) to support ferry operations by maintaining and repairing marine equipment essential to keeping ferries in service. This position performs advanced diagnostic, repair, and overhaul work on diesel engines, pumps, outdrives, gears, and other marine systems.

• Troubleshoots and repairs major and non-typical problems on diesel engines, pumps and other marine equipment to keep the ferries in service, including changing all coolers, adjusting governors, rebuilding engines, changing heads, and breaking down equipment to diagnose problems.
• Directs and oversees the rebuilding and repair of marine equipment in the marine repair shop, such as pumps, outdrives, gears, etc.
• Develops parts, tools and supply lists to repair marine equipment and maintain spare parts for emergency outages.
• Provides technical support and training to marine operations staff and marine trades helpers.

Appointment Type:
Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment.

• Mechanic 3: $1,684.00 bi‑weekly

Three years of experience or training as a mechanic.

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.

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

Steven Sibley, Engineer 7, 225‑379‑1820