Mechanic 1 OR Mechanic 2 OR Mechanic 3

Louisiana State University

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Core Values of LSU Athletics define who we are and what we do. They are: Excellence, Integrity, Authenticity, Perseverance, Respect, Fairness, Growth, and Service. They are the support system that sustains our success. These values work together, constantly collaborating and combining to secure our future and drive our unending work to create transformational change – for our student-athletes, for our athletics community, and for the millions across the world who know and love these three letters. Forever LSU. Driver’s License must be included on application. The Mechanic maintains all athletic department vehicles, tractors, utility vehicles, golf carts, mowing equipment, and small engine equipment, such as blowers, weed eaters, etc. 85% Maintains all athletic department vehicles, tractors, utility vehicles, golf carts, mowing equipment, and small engine equipment, such as blowers, weed eaters, etc. This includes major engine overhauls, transmission overhauls and other mechanical rebuilds as needed. Overhauls motor pool vehicles as well as large tractors, and field equipment. Duties also include, but are not limited to, preventative maintenance on motor pool and facility vehicles including replacing worn parts, oil changes, lubrications, filter and hose changes, tire repairs, etc. 10% Building and stadium repair and maintenance that require mechanical repairs. 5% Daily and weekly inspections of motor pool vehicles upon return from trips to insure no repairs are needed and prepare vehicle for next trip out; Advances and supports LSU and Athletics Department initiatives through personal participation in educational and developmental opportunities, as well as participation in the transformational culture consistent with the values of LSU and its Athletics Department; Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Mechanic 1: One year of experience or training as a mechanic.
Mechanic 2: Two years of experience or training as a mechanic.
Mechanic 3: Three years of experience or training as a mechanic.
Must possess a valid Class “E” driver's license.
Ability to work extended days and weekends as needed.
The job duties require an employee to move heavy objects, bend for extended periods, and bend or stoop in confined spaces.
Must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment.

Responsibilities

Maintains all athletic department vehicles, tractors, utility vehicles, golf carts, mowing equipment, and small engine equipment, such as blowers, weed eaters, etc.
Includes major engine overhauls, transmission overhauls and other mechanical rebuilds as needed.
Overhauls motor pool vehicles as well as large tractors, and field equipment.
Preventative maintenance on motor pool and facility vehicles including replacing worn parts, oil changes, lubrications, filter and hose changes, tire repairs, etc.
Building and stadium repair and maintenance that require mechanical repairs.
Daily and weekly inspections of motor pool vehicles upon return from trips to insure no repairs are needed and prepare vehicle for next trip out.
Advances and supports LSU and Athletics Department initiatives through personal participation in educational and developmental opportunities, as well as participation in the transformational culture consistent with the values of LSU and its Athletics Department.
Other duties as assigned.