Automotive Mechanic Trainee
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Automotive
Automotive Technician, Automotive Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Mechanic -
Trades / Skilled Labor
Automotive Technician, Automotive Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Location: Louisiana
examination is announced to establish an employment list to fill two (2) current east jefferson vacancies in the department of central garage and for future vacancies as they occur. Under the supervision of a journeyman mechanic, in shops and on the road, repairs and replaces automotive components of vehicles. This position performs the less complex or demanding automotive work such as engine tune-ups, changing oil and filters and brake-jobs.
Provides general maintenance such as inspecting the oil, transmission and water in vehicles and equipment. Cleans the work area and parts. Assist mechanics in minor repairs and inspections. Employee in this position will also be responsible for changing tires, replacing head lamps and wiper blades, and ordering parts for vehicle and equipment repairs. This position is also an essential, emergency duty status worker and may not be relieved of duty when the parish president or her designee recommends a voluntary or mandatory evacuation of jefferson parish.
Position requires driving of a parish vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record will be given preference.
for the current vacancy in the central garage tire shop, the position is responsible for tire replacement and repair on a wide variety of vehicles such as: cars, trucks, crew vans, back-hoes, fire trucks, vac-cons, etc. Applicants must meet one of the following four options:
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, at least six (6) months of experience assisting with the repair/maintenance of vehicles or motorized equipment in the department of fleet management.
the examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, an oral panel interview or any combination thereof. Acceptable applicants will be notified of the time, date, and place of any assembled testing. Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment.
The information is subject to verification and the personnel department reserves the right to determine the quality and quantity of education and experience claimed for credit.
job posting no: 2335-05r
date: 07/10/20
amended: 04/01/22
re-opened: 03/24/23
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