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Mechanic 1-3

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State of Louisiana

Lake Charles, LA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 03/08/2026 (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/21/2026

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Job Description

DISTRICT 07-UNIT 071 JOB NUMBER
07/88625/MEC1-3/3.9.26-LA 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. This position is responsible for complete overhauls, services and repairs to numbered/unnumbered equipment. This position is located in District 07, Unit 071 Mechanic Shop. If you're driven, collaborative and ready to make an impact—this could be the opportunity for you! Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency: https://dotd.la.gov/about/office-of-management-and-finance/human-resources/career-center/ One year of experience or training as a mechanic. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .
JOB DUTIES
Systems Maintenance - Electrical system, fuel system, hydraulic system, cooling and air conditioning system, suspension system. Engine Tune-Ups Engine Repairs and Overhauls Brake Repairs
POSITION-SPECIFIC DETAILS
Appointment type:
Probational or Promotional Career Progression:
As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a Mechanic 1-3depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s). The maximum monthly salary for the Mechanic 3 is $6,566. Please refer to the "Job Specifications" tab located at the top of the LA Careers "Current Job Opportunities" page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications and job concepts for each level. Mechanic 1 $17.18 hourly Mechanic 2 $19.67 hourly Mechanic 3 $21.05 hourly A valid Louisiana Class "D" Chauffeur's license is required before appointment
HOW TO APPLY
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. • Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For further information about this vacancy contact: Free Ogea Mechanic Supervisor
B LA DOTD
(337) 437-9231 "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."
DOTD EMPLOYEES
Refer to appropriate EDSM directive for required structured training requirements and PPM # 59 Workforce Development on training guidelines. Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here: Louisiana Rehabilitation Services - Vocational Rehabilitation - Louisiana Workforce Commission (laworks.net) Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities

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