Maintenance Repairer 1, 2, Master

State of Louisiana•New Orleans, LA

10h•Onsite

About The Position

THIS POSTING IS INTENDED FOR CAREER FAIR ATTENDEES THIS POSTING IS CURRENTLY BEING USED FOR SOUTHEAST LOUISIANA FLOOD PROTECTION AUTHORITY - EAST CAREER FAIR ON AUGUST 05, 2026. OUR MISSION Our mission is to ensure the physical and operational integrity of the regional flood risk management system in southeastern Louisiana as a defense against floods and storm surge from hurricanes. We accomplish this mission by working with local, regional, state, and federal partners to plan, design, construct, operate and maintain projects that will reduce the probability and risk of flooding for the residents and businesses within our jurisdiction. OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE The incumbent in this position performs advanced level responsibilities in the Permanent Canal Closure and Pumps (PCCP) division of the of the Southeast Louisiana Flood Protection Authority - East. The incumbent will report directly to the Facility Assistant Maintenance Manager - A Controls Division, will perform daily preventive maintenance duties and inspections at London Ave., Orleans Ave., and 17th St. Canal Pump Stations, and regardless of level within this CPG, will be trained as a Pump Station Operator.

Requirements

One year of experience or training in the 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 any combination of these courses.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Responsibilities

Inspects and approves the work of MR1’s and MR2’s and provides guidance for subordinates as directed.
Requisition supplies and materials as needed.
Serves as pump station operator and shall be responsible for the operation, repair and rehabilitation of all station storm pumping operation equipment and its accessories.
Ensure all painted surfaces are free of rust by removing rust, priming, and painting.
Ensure gate structures, controls, and operating equipment are all in working condition.
Insure operational ability of valves, pumps, and motors.
Ensure that all components necessary for the operational and functional ability of the pump stations are in good working condition.
Maintain and make repairs to mechanical and/and or electrical equipment on all navigational flood gates, structures and movable bridges.
Maintain generators, pumps, hydraulics and gears used to operate the floodgates and perform repairs as required.
Inspect and operate floodgates, generators and bridges and check for operational deficiencies.
Perform maintenance on all equipment assigned for their usage.
Operate small marine craft for carrying out maintenance and inspections.
Participate in the painting, plumbing, carpentry, masonry repairs and electrical work to SLFPA-E’s buildings and equipment.
Participate in the daily housekeeping of the facilities, including sweeping, pressure washing, and collection and removal of accumulated trash and storm debris.
Coordinates work assignments and training for other staff, i.e., Maintenance Repairer l’s, other Maintenance Repairer 2’s, and Trades Apprentices assigned to the PCCP division of the Operations Department.
Participates in FPA-E and Outside training and other educational resources offered to keep skillset current or to learn new skills as needed by FPA-E in the operation and maintenance of the PCCP facilities.
The incumbent is on 24-hour call and will be required to report for work and remain there in case of emergency (hurricanes, storms, or other conditions which could lead to flooding) until such emergency subsides.
During such time, the incumbent may be required to perform other duties or assignments as directed by supervisor or higher-ranking personnel, including but not limited to working areas in and around the FPA-E’s jurisdiction such as at the Lake Borgne Barrier safe house, Franklin Facility, PCCP Stations, or operate floodgates for protection during a storm related or emergency event.
Additional emergency-related duties may include placing and removing stop logs during high water, the making of sandbags, placing and removing sandbags, and the placing and removal of barricades and traffic cones until such emergency has subsided and employees are released through orders of Regional Director.