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United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 11 Aug 2026
💰 $92,000/yr($50,000/yr$92,000/yr)

About the role

Posting number: 419-224663-JAS

Department: DPS-Office of State Police

Job classification: MECHANIC 4

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Transportation, Vehicle Maintenance, Miscellaneous, Maintenance, Customer Service, Drivers, Project Management

Summary

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At Louisiana State Police, our mission is to provide safety services to both the citizens of the state and visitors to the state of Louisiana by upholding and enforcing the laws, administering regulatory programs, managing records, educating the public and managing emergencies, both directly and through interaction with other agencies.  To be an organization that makes a difference, achieves excellence and a position of leadership.  To act with integrity and professionalism maintaining an environment that is responsive to the needs of our personnel and the community.  To provide essential public safety services efficiently and effectively through education, prevention and the use of technology.

We’re looking for a Mechanic 4 to join our Patrol Division to perform basic repairs and preventative maintenance on our fleet of emergency vehicles in a mechanic repair shop.  The Mechanic 4 plays a key role in repairing and ensuring our fleet of patrol vehicles is properly maintained.  

Examples of duties

Three years of experience or training as a mechanic.

Qualifications

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

Supplemental information

Job Duties:  

As a Mechanic Supervisor A, you will be instrumental repairing and performing preventative maintenance of our fleet of patrol vehicles. In this role, you will:

  • Performs repair/maintenance and inspection related activities on vehicles and small engines
  • Perform oil changes, lubrication, filter, proper fluid levels, radiator hose, batteries, etc.
  • Checks lighting and wiring systems to ensure proper operation of emergency lighting systems, headlights, spotlights, taillights and parking lights
  • Locates causes of malfunction by inspecting major component parts such as gears, rings, pistons, rods, gaskets, crankshafts, valves, seals, etc.  Orders and installs replacement parts
  • May inspect work performed by contract vendors
  • May operate wrecker to recover and transport inoperative vehicles.


Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type:   Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment

Career Progression:  This position does not participate in a Career Progression Group.

Work Schedule: Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday.

Compensation: $25.31- $46.41 Hourly

$2,024.80- $3,712.80 Bi-Weekly  


How To Apply:

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 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 on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

 

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Joel Sunsin

DPS/Human Resources/Human Resources Analyst B
7979 Independence Blvd. STE201 Baton Rouge, LA, 70808
Ph: 225-925-6068
Email: DPSEmployeeAdministration@La.Gov

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State of Louisiana

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