Mechanic 3

State of Louisiana • Kenner, LA

11h • Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanic – 3 is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and overhauling heavy equipment and complex vehicle systems (e.g. engines, hydraulics, transmissions). The position involves using both computerized and manual diagnostic tools and applying extensive mechanical and electronic systems knowledge. The role also includes performing field repairs or equipment operation and conducting light equipment maintenance (e.g. small engine tools). Additional tasks include test-driving vehicles and handling sandbags when necessary.

Requirements

• Three years of experience or training as a mechanic.

Responsibilities

• Performs one or more of the following types of maintenance or repairs as a primary, regular, and reoccurring function of the job.
• 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.
• Assists Mechanic Supervisor A and Mechanic 4 in providing instruction, guidance and assistance to Mechanic 2.
• Assigns portions of work to lower-level mechanics that are assisting in the accomplishment of major repairs.
• Assists in training lower-level mechanics in the field on diesel and hydraulic engine repair.
• May also be responsible for repair and maintenance of equipment powered by small internal combustion engines such as lawnmowers, string trimmers, outboard motors, etc.
• Incorporates visual and audible inspection with the use of a wide range of computerized test equipment, such as electronic scanners, engine analyzers, dynamometers, exhaust analyzers, oscilloscopes, and various testers and meters, as well as non-computerized test equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed