Apprentice Mechanical Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Bridge City, LA
Job Type: Classified
Job Number: 02/50396151/TRMEH/7.1.2026-JF
Department: DOTD-Engineering & Operations
Division: District 2- New Orleans
Opening Date: 07/01/2026
Closing Date: 7/15/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this Job
DISTRICT 02-UNIT 071
JOB NUMBER: 02/50396151/TRMEH/7.1.2026-JF
3 Positions P#50396151, P#1740067, P#7219
At DOTD, our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.
The overall function of this position is to maintain, repair and overhaul all types of equipment including heavy mobile equipment or complex mechanical systems on mobile equipment. This position is located in District 02 of the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development and reports directly to Mobile Equipment Shop Superintendent. The incumbent must be self-motivated and be able to perform duties many times with or with minimal supervision and also be able to interpret unforeseen conditions as they may arise. The incumbent will participate in appropriate DOTD structured training programs as appropriate and attend all continuing education classes and conferences deemed necessary to facilitate the performance of required tasks.
If you're driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact-this could be the opportunity for you!
Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency: https://dotd.la.gov/about/office-of-management-and-finance/human-resources/career-center/
Minimum Qualifications
No experience or training is required.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:

• Diagnose, overhaul and repair all automotive systems including: (electrical, computer, electronic, brake, fuel injection, a/c cooling, heating, etc.) by applying knowledge of how these systems function for automobiles, trucks, street sweepers, aerial bucket trucks, lawn care equipment, and other mechanical equipment which have gas and diesel engines. Performs final tune-ups. Also measures fuel tank and oil drum levels for inventory purposes.

• Locates and traces defects and causes of malfunctions through audible and visual inspections, utilizes a wide range of test equipment such as engine analyzers, dynamometers, exhaust analyzers, vacuum testers, ignition timers, dwell meters, test stands, exhaust analyzers, oscilloscope, compression gauges, special feeder and dial gauges in order to determine the nature and extent of repairs required. Reviews all technical manuals, in book or computerized form, to perform jobs in a timely manner. Insures that all safety procedures are enforced.

• Disassemble and rebuilds components and assemblies by fitting and installing needed parts such as pistons, rings, hearings and gears. Rebuilds front end. Aligns meshes and connects repaired units to related mechanisms (engine and related clutch, transmission mechanism, etc.). Uses grinding and seating equipment, clutch pilot, gear pulling tools and common hand tools.

• Provides instruction and assistance to less experienced mechanics when they encounter issues during repair of work. Prepares paperwork for daily work reports, parts orders, inspection forms etc. Responsible for the cleanup of the mechanic shop and work area.

Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional
Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Trades Apprentice, Mechanic 1-3
Work Schedule: Work hours may vary
Compensation:

• Trade Apprentice: $16.06 hourly
• Mechanic 1 $17.18 hourly
• Mechanic 2 $19.67 hourly
• Mechanic 3 $21.05 hourly

Career Progression: As part of a Career Progression Group, vacancies may be filled from this recruitment as a Trades Apprentice or Mechanic 1-3depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s). The maximum salary for the Mechanic 3 is $3,649.00. Please refer to the "Job Specifications" tab located at the top of the LA Careers "Current Job Opportunities" page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications and job concepts for each level.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
The selected candidate will be required to obtain a valid Louisiana Class "D" Chauffeur's License.
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 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.
DOTD EMPLOYEES: Refer to appropriate EDSM directive for required structured training requirements and PPM # 59 Workforce Development on training guidelines.
* 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.
"The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type."
Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Ricky Bolden
LADOTD
P.O. Box 9180 Bridge City, La 70094
504-437-3152
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
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Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave
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Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veteran's Day,
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

***** Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
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Do you have a valid Louisiana drivers license ?

• Yes
• No

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To ensure compliance with PPM #9, DOTD Nepotism Policy, please list the name and relationship with any immediate family members that are currently employed by the LA-DOTD. Please type "N/A" if there are no immediate family members?
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Are you a probational LA-DOTD employee?

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Are you a current or former employee of the State of Louisiana?

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If so, for which state agency(ies) do you/did you work and during what time period(s)? If not, indicate "NA".
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Do you have a valid Louisiana Class D "Chauffeurs" driver's license?
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Are you a permanent LA DOTD employee?

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• No

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