Port Facility Maintenance Master Mechanic (Facility Services)

PNO-896-052325-LR

Starting salary depends upon qualifications:

$24.10/hr. to $33.74/hr.

*THIS VACANCY QUALIFIES FOR $1.50/hr. PREMIUM PAY*

Premium pay is additional pay provided to employees for each hour actually worked.

Port NOLA offers competitive benefits that prioritize safety, health and wellness for our employees. Employees have access to the following benefits:

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Medical and/or Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance options
• Long Term Disability Plan
• State of Louisiana LASERS state pension program
• Deferred Compensation Plan (457 plan) with employer match
• Paid Louisiana State Holidays; and paid Annual and Sick Leave
• Wellness Center located in the Port Administration Building
• Ship Shape Wellness Program

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.

*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:
Lynetta Robinson
Port of New Orleans / Human Resources
P.O. Box 60046
New Orleans, LA 70160
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Three years of experience in the maintenance or repair of mobile equipment; or in the operation of heavy mobile equipment, industrial machinery, construction or maintenance equipment, or transportation or materials handling equipment. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .

Port Facility Maintenance Master Mechanic

(Maintenance)

This position is in the Facility Services department of the Port of New Orleans Maintenance Division and reports directly to the Port Facility Maintenance Foreman.

This position serves as a Master Mechanic by performing the following tasks to include but not limited to: Repairs and maintains vehicles, machinery and equipment.

This position participates in the required PORT training program and obtains additional training in order to facilitate the efficient performance duties and/or required tasks. This is a safety sensitive position that requires random drug screening throughout the year.

The incumbent is required to possess and maintain a valid Louisianas Drivers License, Class E, or other state equivalent, and be knowledgeable and capable of the safe operation of various types of equipment required to fulfill the needs of the position and the PORT. The incumbent is required to have knowledge of the use of a UHF radio , which requires proper radio etiquette. The incumbent shall utilize a telephone, cellphone, two-way communication device, computer and email to facilitate communications if required. The incumbent must be able to perform duties many times without direct supervision and be knowledgeable enough to interpret unforeseen conditions as they may arise. The incumbent may be required to work overtime and may require working immediately before, after or during a disaster.

85% EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble. Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove or replace defective parts. Examines form and texture of parts to detect imperfections. Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements. Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments. Repairs or replaces defective parts. Installs special functional and structural parts in devices. Lubricates and cleans parts. Starts devices to test their performance.

Repairs electrical equipment and performs maintenance on gas, diesel and propane engines, air conditioning/HVAC systems, and uses vehicle scan tools/PC systems for fleet vehicles and diesel generators. Additionally, handles maintenance on all grass cutting equipment, such as weed eaters, chain saws, lawn mowers, billy goats, blowers, compressors, small water pumps, generators, bobcats, bulldozers, and more. Jump starts any equipment that fails to start and determines the nature and extent of necessary repairs, selecting the best work procedure for repair. Fits and installs parts such as hydraulic hoses, pistons, valves, bearings, gears, and cylinders to appropriate tolerances. Maintains a clean and safe working environment.

10% GENERAL DUTIES

Orders and purchases parts. Change tires on all equipment, as necessary. Sends out for repairs/replacement. Maintains logs on all equipment of repairs and preventative maintenance performed. Works as directed.

5% OTHER DUTIES, INCLUDING EMERGENCY SUPPORT

The incumbent is required to perform a variety of tasks and assignments, as directed by the Supervisor, necessary to fulfill the mission of the Facility Services Department and/or Port Maintenance Division.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES - None

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS - Must possess a valid Louisiana Class E drivers license