Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Monroe, LA, often begins with a structured apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 3,631 mechanical trade professionals in Monroe, with an average weekly wage of $450. Trade schools, unions, and various platforms facilitate apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential, often surpassing $563 per week for experienced mechanical trade professionals.
Pay range: $20/hr to $40/hr depending upon experience. Duties include preventive maintenance, commissioning and servicing of commercial boilers, pumps, and associated equipment and controls. An Associate’s Degree or equivalent from a Technical/Trade School with a Certificate in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning is beneficial. This position requires strong technical aptitude and a solid work ethic. Factory training provided. We offer a guaranteed 40-hour work week, paid holidays, vacation, health and dental insurance, sick leave and an IRA savings plan. Essential Functions: • Performing routine maintenance and safety inspections on boilers and other equipment used to generate steam or hot water • Troubleshooting malfunctions with controls, pumps, valves, gauges, burners, and other components of boilers and steam generators • Following safety protocols to inspect and clean boilers in order to prevent accidents and injuries • Conducting regular inspections of boilers to ensure that they are in good working order • Performing start-up of new boilers • Repairing boilers, pumps and associated equipment • Recording data on fuel usage, system pressure levels, and other factors that could affect safety or efficiency • Setting combustion and tuning burners for optimum efficiency. • Communication with other technicians, engineers, managers and clients. Benefits: • * Full time position • Paid bi-weekly/overtime paid as needed • Performance based incentive plan • 1 to 3 weeks of vacation per year as tenure increases • Additional PTO - 4 hours each month after 90 days’ employment • ½ Health insurance paid (employee or family) • Health insurance plan (eligibility after 90 day probationary period) includes long term disability coverage (60% of salary after 90 days) and $20,000 term life insurance paid 100% by company • 401K after 1 year with matching up to 4% of salary • 401K plan includes an optional profit-sharing contribution that has historically been funded 100% since we have had the plan • 8 paid holidays per year
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See More Details >>Job Description DPR Construction is seeking a Mechanical Lead with a minimum of 8 years of commercial construction experience. This individual will be ultimately responsible for day-to-day coordination of all mechanical scopes of the project. The Mechanical Lead will work closely with all members of the project team, project executives and regional leadership teams and will be responsible for the following: • Manage the owner-architect and engineer interface and planning and installation for HVAC, controls, plumbing, process piping, and fire/life safety as well as fire protection design/construction coordination (validated and non-validated systems). • Responsible for providing construction support for Mechanical systems and will oversee the balancing, commissioning and validation certification of these systems, including the turnover package. • Assist in the development and execution of full commissioning plans for all Mechanical systems that identify and define the following; all test requirements, required inspections, factory start-up of major equipment, factory acceptance testing, project and vendor documentation requirements and integrated test plans demonstrating full system integration. • Manage and direct the activity of MEP coordinators, as well as MEP PE’s on the project. • Assist with preconstruction, scoping of subcontractors, and provide project management of subcontractors as needed. • Understand and perform the role of superintendent on the site over mechanical and electrical trades and manage the site for the general superintendent as needed. • Participate and/or conduct training in their region as needed. Qualifications We are looking for a flexible, detail-oriented team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks, produce quality work, and consistently meet deadlines. The successful candidate will possess: • Strong grasp of mechanical and electrical engineering concepts. • Ability to run complex meetings with multiple attendees, issues minutes promptly and follow up with participants for deliverables. • Good understanding of test and balance requirements. • Good understanding of direct digital controls installations/integration. • Good understanding of fire/life safety and fire sprinkler systems. • Excellent listening skills and strong communication skills. • Ability to identify and resolve complex issues. • Ability to create and support team morale. • Proficient computer skills in Excel, Word, and scheduling software. • Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred but not required. • A strong work ethic and a “can-do” attitude. • This job is salaried. DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world. Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek. Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers .
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