Maintenance Repairer 1-2

State of Louisiana•Westwego, LA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Office of State Parks (OSP) serves Louisiana residents and visitors by preserving and interpreting natural areas and significant historical and scientific sites, providing outdoor recreation opportunities, and administering programs related to recreation and trails. This position is located at Bayou Segnette State Park in Westwego, Louisiana. Its purpose is to maintain the quality, appearance, and safety of park facilities and grounds by repairing and maintaining buildings, facilities, and equipment, helping ensure the safety of guests and staff, and assisting with grounds maintenance as needed. The position may be filled at the Maintenance Repairer 1 or Maintenance Repairer 2 level. It is a probational, promotion, or detail-to-special-duty appointment. The work schedule is a rotating 40-hour week; because state parks operate year-round, shifts may include weekends and holidays as needed. Driving around the park is part of the daily shift, and travel to other state parks may be required to assist with staffing or events. A state vehicle is available for use while on duty.

Requirements

At least one year of experience or training in building construction trades, building maintenance, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment, or park operations and grounds maintenance; OR six semester hours in construction management, construction technology, or engineering, or a combination of those courses.
Ability to work a rotating schedule of 40 hours per week, including weekends and/or holidays as needed to ensure park coverage.
Ability to drive around the park as part of the daily shift; travel to other state parks may be required.

Responsibilities

Make general repairs to buildings, interiors, exteriors, furniture, fixtures, air conditioners, heating systems, and related areas such as plumbing, carpentry, electrical work, and painting.
Maintain and repair motorized equipment, including performing tune-ups, replacing or adjusting worn or damaged parts, and assembling major components to assess damage and necessary repairs.
Operate handheld equipment, motorized vehicles, tractors, and other equipment, and check them for safety and maintenance needs.
Repair and treat structures and surfaces, including floors, showers, sinks, walls, roofs, and carpets.
Perform minor troubleshooting, repairs, and adjustments to locks on doors, cabinets, desks, and closets.
Perform routine preventive maintenance on machines, building systems, and buildings.
Operate large equipment, including vehicles, utility vehicles, all-terrain vehicles, front-end mowers, skid steers, chippers, and tractors.
Assist with custodial work to maintain clean and sanitary facilities, including cabins, meeting rooms, and pavilions; duties may include sweeping, mopping, removing trash and linens, and cleaning picnic tables, fire rings, and porches.
Maintain grounds and trails, including trimming trees, clearing dead trees or branches, welding, fertilizing, and road maintenance.
Drive around the park during daily shifts and travel to other state parks for staffing or events when needed.