Section 42 - Maintenance Systems Management

42/50694855/MTFRM/04.20.26-AS

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About This Position:

This position oversees maintenance repairers and electricians responsible for repairing and maintaining ferry vessels, barges, and related DOTD facilities within the Plaquemine Marine Maintenance Unit, reporting to the Mechanic Supervisor B. The role requires a self-motivated individual who can work independently, handle unexpected situations with minimal supervision, and actively participate in required training and continuing education to effectively perform assigned duties.

While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Services laws, rules and regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

• Inspects the marine vessels in order to determine the types of repairs needed. Creates work orders, orders materials, and assigns work to address any deficiencies. Coordinates with ferry operations personnel to address items resulting from Coast Guard worklist or other issues requiring repair.

• Maintains the Plant Maintenance work order system and assigns work orders to subordinates or crew for projects to maintain or repair the marine vessels. Creates work orders, enters relevant notes, and performs work order closeouts.

• Inspects work in progress and upon completion for standards compliance. Estimates the cost of individual jobs and materials needed. Consults with multiple vendors to determine the most
  cost-effective options, and solicits quotes as appropriate. Orders and maintains required supplies and materials.

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

* Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Steven Sibley

Engineer 7

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