Mechanic

Salary: $37,772.80 - $60,444.80 Annually
Location : 3140 N. Sherwood Forest Dr. (Mechanic Shop), Baton Rouge, LA 70814, LA
Job Type: Full Time Non-Exempt
Job Number: M2026
Department: Park Operations
Opening Date: 04/03/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt


General Summary


The Mechanic works at the BREC Maintenance Workshop and on site at BREC facilities performing repair and maintenance work on a variety of BREC equipment and vehicles ranging from light to heavy equipment, maintaining work records, instructing other staff in the use and maintenance of equipment.

Requirements and Job Specifications

Education Required: High School diploma or equivalent and Vo-tech school diploma or Associates Degree in related field; Preferred: Bachelors Degree in related field
Area of Study (Major): Automobile Repair and Maintenance
Certification(s) Required: Must be able to obtain an ASE Mechanic Certification in at least one (1) relevant category or factory certified training from relevant equipment manufacturer within 6 months of hire.
License(s) Required: Valid LA driver's license.
Years Relevant Work Experience: Five (5) years of experience in auto repair shop, dealership and/or equipment dealer/service shop. Equivalent combination of experience and education will be considered.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• General knowledge of hydraulic systems
• Mechanical knowledge of gas & diesel motors and equipment
• Good attention to detail/communication/interpersonal skills
• Must have a positive attitude with the willingness and desire to learn new skills
• Ability to adjust to changing work demands, procedures, technology, and/or priorities
• Skill in the care and use of tools for mechanical maintenance and repair work
• Ability to diagnose engine and drive problems
• Ability to properly repair and rebuild engines & machinery
• Ability to lift and carry up to and approximately 100lbs.
• Ability to drive and/or operate to test equipment
• Ability to read and write the English language and prepare reports
• Ability to work independently and accurately
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions

Functions and Duties

• Performing routine repairs, including overhauls, of mowing equipment and various parks and facilities maintenance equipment such as: small two cycle trimmers, bulldozers, dump trucks, light and heavy mowing equipment
• Repairing light and heavy diesel engines, regular gasoline engines, hydraulic systems
• Ordering supplies and parts
• Maintaining written records of work completed
• Assisting in training other employees in proper operation and maintenance of equipment such as backhoe, bulldozer, tandem dump truck and other trucks
• Performing body work and painting
• Making field repairs on all equipment as necessary
• Welding and brazing repairs
• Assisting other trades people with basic tasks
• Providing direction and instruction to part time workers and laborers
• Other duties as assigned

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties as requested by his or her supervisor.



Supplemental Information


As scheduled, generally 40 hours per week; meal break as needed.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. You must include all relevant education and experience on your official BREC online application, or it will be deemed incomplete and you will be ineligible for this vacancy. Complete each section of this application (i.e. work experience, education, etc.) to demonstrate that you meet the eligibility and minimum qualification requirements described in this announcement.


An offer of employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment criminal background check, Motor Vehicle Records check, drug screen and physical.
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2026 FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
HEALTH INSURANCE : BREC provides comprehensive medical coverage through Louisiana Blue formerly BCBSLA , including HMO, PPO, and Blue Saver (Qualified High-Deductible Health Savings Account) options. Coverage becomes effective on the first day of the month following a two-month waiting period. Employee cost per month for HMO: $175.43 - employee only; $597.45 - employee & spouse or employee & dependent children; $962.52-family. Employee cost per month for PPO: $375.23- employee only;$975.50- employee & spouse or employee & dependent children; $1,492.70 - family. Employee cost per month for Blue Saver: $39.08 - employee only; $162.68 - employee & spouse or employee & dependent children; $290.49 - family. In addition to medical coverage, BREC offers voluntary insurance options, including Dental and Vision.
LIFE INSURANCE : All full-time employees are insured under a Group Term Life Insurance policy provided by Lincoln Financial . Coverage is subject to reduction at ages 65 and 70. There is no cost to the employee; however, coverage associated with salaries exceeding $50,000 is subject to imputed income in accordance with IRS regulations. Coverage is effective immediately upon eligibility.

RETIREMENT SYSTEM: BREC contributes 38.22% of each employee's salary to the City-Parish Employees' Retirement System. Employees contribute 9.5% of salary. All retirement contributions are tax-deferred. Employee contributions are maintained in individual accounts and are refunded if an employee leaves BREC prior to retirement eligibility. After 25 years of service, employees may be eligible for additional benefits through the Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP). BREC also offers a Supplemental Retirement Deferred Compensation Plan through Nationwide Retirement Solutions, available through convenient payroll deductions.
HOLIDAYS : BREC employees receive twelve (12) paid holidays per year.


SICK LEAVE : BREC employees accumulate sick leave at the rate of 100 hours per year the first five years they are employed; accrual of hours will increase based on the number of years of service, thereafter, up to 192 hours for 15 or more years. Employee is eligible to utilize leave after 30 days of continuous employment.
ANNUAL LEAVE : BREC employees earn annual leave at the rate of 100 hours per year the first five years they are employed; accrual of hours will increased based on the number of years of service, thereafter, up to 192 hours for 15 or more years. Employee is eligible to utilize leave after 90 days of continuous employment.
FULL-TIME STATUS : Upon completion of a six-month probationary periods and approval of supervisor, full-time status will be achieved.
EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS : BREC full-time employees can take advantage of a generous discount. Some restrictions may apply. See the discount policy for more details.
EAP : BREC's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is administered by Lucet. They EAP helps employees and their family members resolve personal or work-related problems.
CREDIT UNION : BREC employees are eligible to join the City Federal Credit Union and/or Pelican State Credit Union and enlist in payroll deduction plan. Direct deposit to the Credit Union is also available.

FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS : BREC is a qualifying employer for public service loan forgiveness. Employees who have Federal Direct Loans and have made 120 payments on the Federal Direct Loans (after October 1, 2007) may be eligible for the remaining loan balance to be forgiven.


LA START : This 529 Qualified Tuition savings plan may be open on behalf of a named Beneficiary by anyone, including legal entities, provided that the Account Owner or the Beneficiary is a resident of Louisiana. Account Owners may save at their own pace, in amounts they can afford.

FSA : BREC offers an FSA that allows employees to contribute a portion of their regular earnings before taxes. Distributions from the account must be used to reimburse the employee for qualified expenses related to medical and dental services.

SUPPLEMENT BENEFITS : BREC offers voluntary benefits through AFLAC or Colonial Life. Those benefits include accident insurance, critical care, hospital indemnity, life, LTD and STD.
BREC reserves the right to at any time and from time to time to modify or amend, in whole or in part, any or all of the provisions of the benefit package.
*Commissioned Approved Benefits Effective January 1, 2026*
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Do you have a valid Louisiana driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a H.S. diploma or equivalent andVo-tech school diploma or associates degree in business or a related field?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have mechanic certification is at least one relevant category?

• Yes
• No

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Which mechanical certification(s) do you possess? Please list.If none, please enter "NONE".
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Do you have at least 5 years experience in an auto repair shop or dealership?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have the following: Mechanical knowledge of gas and diesel motors and equipment; Ability to diagnose engine and drive problems; Ability to properly repair and rebuild engines and machinery; General knowledge of hydraulic systems; Ability to work independently and accurately; Ability to follow written and oral instructions; Good interpersonal skills

• Yes
• No

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