Automotive Mechanic Trainee (2335)

Jefferson Parish Civil Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL TWO (2) CURRENT EAST JEFFERSON VACANCIES IN THE DEPARTMENT OF CENTRAL GARAGE AND FOR FUTURE VACANCIES AS THEY OCCUR.

Under the supervision of a journeyman mechanic, in shops and on the road, repairs and replaces automotive components of vehicles. This position performs the less complex or demanding automotive work such as engine tune-ups, changing oil and filters and brake-jobs. Provides general maintenance such as inspecting the oil, transmission and water in vehicles and equipment. Cleans the work area and parts. Assist mechanics in minor repairs and inspections. Employee ins this position will also be responsible for changing tires, replacing head lamps and wiper blades, and ordering parts for vehicle and equipment repairs. This position is also an essential, emergency duty status worker and may not be relieved of duty when the Parish President or her designee recommends a voluntary or mandatory evacuation of Jefferson Parish.  Position requires driving of a Parish vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record will be given preference.

For the current vacancy in the Central Garage Tire Shop, the position is responsible for tire replacement and repair on a wide variety of vehicles such as: cars, trucks, crew vans, back-hoes, fire trucks, Vac-cons, etc.

Applicants must meet ONE of the following four options:

1. Current employment and permanent civil service status with Jefferson Parish; plus, at least six (6) months of experience assisting with the repair/maintenance of vehicles or motorized equipment in the Department of Fleet Management.

2. Current employment with Jefferson Parish and permanent civil service status as a Trades Helper, with at least six (6) months of experience assisting with the repair/maintenance of vehicles or motorized equipment.

3. At least one (1) year of experience assisting with the repair/maintenance of vehicles or motorized equipment.

4. At least nine (9) hours of coursework in Motor Vehicle Technology or a related field from an accredited college or vocational school.

(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)

The examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, an oral panel interview or any combination thereof.  Acceptable applicants will be notified of the time, date, and place of any assembled testing.  Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification and the Personnel Department reserves the right to determine the quality and quantity of education and experience claimed for credit.

JOB POSTING NO: 2335-05R
DATE: 07/10/20
AMENDED: 04/01/22
RE-OPENED: 03/24/23

Applications may be filed online at http://www.jeffparish.net/departments/personnel OR either of the office addresses below:

Application Offices

East Jefferson: Room 206, 12221 Elmwood Park Blvd. Jefferson, LA 70123

West Jefferson: Suite 3100, 200 Derbigny St. Gretna, LA 70053