Mechanic 3 Job at Louisiana State University

Louisiana State University Baton Rouge, LA 70808

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Job Posting Title:
Mechanic 3

Position Type:
Classified

Department:
LSUAG Vice Presidents Office - Botanic Gardens (Keith W Lewis (00008487))

Work Location:
Burden Field Office

Pay Grade:
Classified Technician and Skilled Trades

Job Description:
103370
MECHANIC 3
WS213 $32,677 - $58,594
Creation Date: 06/29/1987
Change Date: 04/21/2015

FUNCTION OF WORK:
To perform skilled maintenance and repair of small engines and mobile equipment.
LEVEL OF WORK:
Advanced.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Direct from a Mechanic Supervisor or higher level maintenance personnel.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
None.

LOCATION OF WORK:
May be used by all state agencies.

JOB DISTINCTIONS:
Differs from Mechanic 2 by the presence of independent responsibility for repair and overhaul of complex specialized systems such as hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and/or electronic systems on mobile or stationary equipment.

Differs from the Mechanic 4 by the absence of lead worker responsibilities.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:
EXAMPLES BELOW ARE A BRIEF SAMPLE OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. NOT ALL POSSIBLE TASKS ARE INCLUDED.

Incorporates visual and audible inspection with the use of a wide range of computerized test equipment such as electronic scanners, engine analyzers, exhaust analyzers, oscilloscopes, and various testers and meters as well as non-computerized test equipment to diagnose equipment/vehicles.

Troubleshoots, tests and repairs electrical systems, electronic ignitions and fuel injection systems.

Disassembles, diagnoses, overhauls, rebuilds, and/or repairs heavy equipment or complex systems such as engines, transmissions, pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, gear reduction systems electrical systems, suspension systems, brake systems, exhaust emission control systems etc.

Performs electrical fabrication on specialized equipment.

May assist in the training of lower level mechanics on the repairs and testing of equipment.

May operate wrecker to recover and transport inoperative vehicles.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Three years of experience as a mechanic.

SUBSTITUTIONS:
Training as a mechanic from a trade school, vocational-technical school, or military school will substitute for the required experience. Training will be credited in six month increments.

Additional Job Description:
Special Instructions:
  • Location: Botanic Gardens, Baton Rouge, LA
  • Minimum Requirements: Two years of experience as a mechanic. For more information and Substitutions contact www.civilservice.louisiana.gov or the AgCenter HRM office.
  • Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the work experience section of the application. Please list all work experience. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. You must include all relevant education and experience on your official application.
  • Apply online at https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU

Application Deadline: 6/7/2023 or until suitable candidate is identified.

The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Posting Date:
May 11, 2023

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
June 8, 2023

Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some childcare and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
Remote Work - Positions approved to work remotely outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

About the LSU Agricultural Center:
The
LSU AgCenter
, is one of eight campuses within the broader LSU enterprise (LSU System). The LSU AgCenter includes the Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, which conducts agricultural-based research, and the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service, which extends the knowledge derived from research to the people of the state. The AgCenter is headquartered in Baton Rouge and has 12 “on campus” academic departments and five regions which are made up of 15 branch research stations and an extension office in each parish. For more information, visit the AgCenter’s website at
www.lsuagcenter.com
.

The LSU Agricultural Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The AgCenter is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect, and appreciation of differences in individuals. To learn more, visit The AgCenter’s
Diversity, Inclusion and Opportunity
site.
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU AgCenter Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-2258 or emailed
HRMHelp@agcenter.lsu.edu
.



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