About this position: This position serves as the Assistant Manager to the Water Front Sr. Manager (Engineer). This position is responsible for the engineering, maintenance, monitoring, inspection, and dredging of ship berthing spaces at the Ports 31 river terminals and additional facilities on the Inner Harbor-Navigational Canal (IH-NC) as well as the Canal itself. (Detailed duties are provided at the end of this posting). Potential starting salary is $37.05/hour. The actual starting salary may be higher depending on the qualifications of the applicant. Mechanical Engineer preferred Port NOLA offers competitive benefits that prioritize safety, health, and wellness for our employees. Employees have access to the following benefits: • Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance • Health Savings Account (HSA) • Medical and/or Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) • Life Insurance options • Long Term Disability Plan • State of Louisiana LASERS state pension program • Deferred Compensation Plan (457 plan) with employer match • Paid Louisiana State Holidays; and paid Annual and Sick Leave • Wellness Center located in the Port Administration Building • Ship Shape Wellness Program and more - click here to view more information about the benefits of Port NOLA. Louisiana State Civil Service has classified this position as an Engineer 6. Please click here to view the official civil service job specifications. 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. • Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.* For further information about this vacancy contact: April McKnight Port of New Orleans / Human Resources P.O. Box 60046 New Orleans, LA 70160 504-528-3277 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice professional engineering and one of the following: 1. Two years of licensed engineering experience. 2. Six years of professional engineering experience. SUBSTITUTIONS: A master's degree in engineering will substitute for one year of the required experience. A Ph.D. in engineering will substitute for two years of the required experience. Advanced degrees will substitute for a maximum of two years of required experience. NOTE: Engineering experience gained while licensed as a professional engineer will be accepted as licensed engineering experience. Engineering experience gained after earning an ABET-accredited degree and prior to earning a professional engineer’s license (e.g., as an engineer intern applicant, engineer intern, or equivalent) will be accepted as professional level engineering experience. NOTE: Applications will be accepted from persons licensed to practice professional engineering in states other than Louisiana. If one of those applicants is selected for the position, he/she will be required to obtain a Louisiana license prior to appointment. The hiring agency will verify that all licensing requirements are met. NOTE: Louisiana Professional Engineer licenses are issued by the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board. Licensing requirements may be viewed at www.lapels.com NOTE: Any college hours or degree must be from an accredited college or university. FUNCTION OF WORK: Supervises the planning, design, construction, inspection, and/or maintenance of building systems or programs through subordinate professional engineers. LEVEL OF WORK: Supervisor. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Broad from an Engineer 7 or higher. Alternative reporting relationships may be approved by SCS. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Direct over a staff of Engineers, Engineering Technicians, or others who assist in specific assignments. LOCATION OF WORK: May be used by all state agencies. JOB DISTINCTIONS: Differs from Engineer 5 by the presence of responsibility for direct supervision over professional engineers. Differs from Engineer 7 by the absence of second-line supervision over professional engineers. Exceptions to this distinction may be approved by SCS based on program scope and/or complexity. This position is in the Water Front Maintenance department of the Port of New Orleans Maintenance Division and serves as the Water Front Assistant Manager/ Engineer. This position serves as the Assistant Manager to the Water Front Sr Manager (Engineer). Assists in Leading and coordinating three subordinate departments by managing the engineering, maintenance, monitoring, inspection, and dredging of ship berthing spaces at the Ports 31 river terminals and additional facilities on the Inner Harbor-Navigational Canal (IH-NC) and the Canal itself by ensuring sufficient draft available for vessels and protection of wharves with pilings. The wharf side spaces at these facilities are the Ports primary resource, which allows it to conduct cargo handling, storage and transfer from sea-going vessels. Providing safe navigation at these berthing spaces is essential to the Ports role in the entire region as an economic engine. This includes a diesel powered 24 inch cutter head dredge, pile driver, and miscellaneous workboats. Responsibilities require knowledge of inspection procedures, material properties, construction principles, plans and specifications, contract administration, oral and written communication skills, Microsoft Office applications, and basic knowledge of surveying, material testing, and mapping. This position participates in the required PORT training program and obtains additional training in order to facilitate the efficient performance duties and/or required tasks. This is a safety sensitive position that requires random drug screening through the year. The incumbent is required to possess and maintain a valid Louisiana Driver’s License, Class E, or other state equivalent, and be knowledgeable and capable of the safe operation of various types of equipment required to fulfill the needs of the position and the PORT. The incumbent is required to have knowledge of the use of a UHF radio, which requires proper radio etiquette. The incumbent shall utilize a telephone, cell phone, two-way communication device, computer, and e-mail to facilitate communications if required. The incumbent must be able to perform duties many times without direct supervision and be knowledgeable enough to interpret unforeseen conditions as they may arise. Incumbent may be required to work overtime. May also require working immediately before, after, or during a disaster. 20% Dredge Operations Manages operations of and direct supervision of a qualified and U.S.C.G. licensed Dredge Captain and the indirect supervision of three U.S.C.G. licensed Marine Operators and one Dredge Chief (marine) Engineer. Department also consists of other subordinates including deckhands, mates, dredge engineers, and dredge operators, all required to support continuous safe operation of the Ports diesel powered 24inch dredge, two twin diesel engine workboats, and other ancillary floating equipment. Daily supervision and management of work planning, OT, berthing/ vessel traffic coordination and constant review of sounding inspection data are required to ensure the Dredge Operation is being conducted in the most efficient manner as possible while also assuring that the operation is meeting the needs of the Port, tenants and various shipping lines. This is necessary to ensure that shoaling or lack of proper water depth do not interfere with berthing and cargo operations. 20% Pile Driving/ Fendering Operations Manages operations of and direct supervision of a pile driver and associated crew, including direct supervision of a Port Facility Maintenance Manager. This department’s responsibilities include maintenance of the fendering system along the Port’s river terminals, the wharf logs and mooring bits along the wharf edges. These responsibilities require expertise in the areas of civil and mechanical engineering; including but not limited to soil mechanics, hydraulics, fluid mechanics, dredging technology, marine propulsion engineering, and materials science. Additionally, experience in the fields of navigation and ship handling, marine safety, diesel mechanics, power generation, and environmental engineering is required in the performance of duties carried out by this engineer. Daily supervision and management of work planning, OT, berthing/ vessel traffic coordination and constant review of pile/fender inspection data are required to ensure the fendering Operation is being conducted in the most efficient manner as possible while also assuring that the operation is meeting the needs of the Port, tenants and various shipping lines. This is necessary so that lack of proper fender maintenance does not interfere with berthing and cargo operations. 20% Water Front Inspection and Sounding Manages operations of and direct supervision of the Port’s Inspection Department, which monitors water depths at Port wharves and other associated facilities. This department’s duties are further expanded into frequent inspections of all mooring bitts and fendering systems within Port facilities. This department uses specialized technical software, global positioning systems, sonar systems and echo sounders to provide data for the production of nautical charts and maps. The production of these charts and maps are used by both the Port’s Dredging and Docking Departments for the safe berthing and docking of marine vessels. The Inspection Department consists of a Port Facility Maintenance Foreman and two (2) other subordinates. This position is integral in the determination of where to the Board’s equipment will dredge and when supplemental dredging equipment is required so that the Board’s vessel operations can continue unimpeded. Such decisions will be made collectively with the Operations Department. However, it is the responsibility of this position to gather, monitor, and disperse to appropriate parties the data necessary to plan ahead. Year round and continued inspections are critical to the planning and scheduling of work by the Dredge and Fender Crews as well as the safety of berthing and cargo operations. This position acts as the liaison with the Corps of Engineers regarding channel dredging studies and projects, availability of funding to the Board for harbor dredging, and having the Corps take responsibility for dredging the approaches to berths. 15% Contract Administration & Project Management Sr Manager responsible for managing all water based assets and equipment including but not limited to: Responsibility for the major maintenance activities for other Board floating equipment including the fireboat General Roy S. Kelley, the pile driver, pile driver cargo barges, sounding boat and the Harbor Police River patrol vessel Capt. Scarbrough. Administration and supervision of vessel dry-docking, hull repairs, marine engine overhauls, machinery repairs/upgrades and truck crane major repairs. Administers a Major Maintenance Program for assigned equipment. Generates and executes a program for adding life to departments’ major floating equipment. This requires continuous monitoring, inspection, and evaluation of all equipment performance and material condition, as well as cost estimating and prioritization of work required, and hiring and quality control of outside service engineers and technicians engaged to conduct repairs and maintenance. Performs engineering and analysis and prepares specifications for marine, structural and mechanical repairs and maintenance (including vessel dry-docking and engine overhauls) for all work designated to be performed by outside contractors per fiscal year. Includes preparation of work packages to be advertised for bid, evaluation of bids, and selection of winning bidder, all in strict accordance with Louisiana Public Bid laws. Performs all contract management and supervision functions over outside bidder/contractors for quality control. Administers consultant engineering contracts to provide environmental services for federal and other agency requirements for dredging permits. Engineer responsible for coordinating with, and serving as the owner’s representative to, staff engineers and consulting engineers for the engineering design, construction administration and construction inspection, and development of plans and specifications for obtaining construction bids, for repairs of, modifications to or other work performed on or for the floating vessels and waterfront areas of the Port. Reviews and recommends the purchase of equipment and materials. 15% Administration & Team Management Sr Manager responsible for managing (administration & Team management) all personnel housed in the Water Front departments including but not limited to: Resolves personnel issues; prepares departmental budgets; motivates employee performance and productivity; recommends additional and replacement personnel; approves overtime and payroll sheets, leave requests, and invoices. Responsible for the overall performance of the department with regards to meeting the Port’s established goals and objectives. Provide guidance to department members on an as-needed basis. Selects, assigns, and identifies developmental needs and assures training is delivered to department members. Coordinates scheduling and directs assignment of department supervisors. Oversees department to maintain records, prepare reports, analyze data, and conduct correspondence as needed. Develop policies and procedures for department operations to include document preparation, correspondence, etc. Establishes, maintains and revises procedures for department in accordance with Port directives, policies, tariffs, and by-laws to reflect changes in laws and policies. Analyzes and assigns priorities to needs; makes program and budget recommendations to division directors and upper management. Review work of department members responsible for the maintenance and repair of assigned port properties, facilities, and equipment and ensures proper Board procedures and guidelines are adhered to, including local, state, and federal codes. Develops, controls, and monitors expenditures for department salaries, overtime, controllable expenses, and any unplanned expenditures. Participate in annual Port planning meetings to develop fiscal year budgets (payroll, overtime, controllable expenses, capital equipment, and construction and major maintenance projects) and goals for achieving Port’s mission. Prepare annual performance appraisals for department subordinates and evaluates subordinates evaluation of personnel. Coordinates with other Port departments when required to schedule and provide Dredge Department resources in support of their emergent needs. Provides guidance and recommendations to senior management and other departments as required in various aspects of dredging operations and associated engineering issues. Maintains documentation of equipment usage for evaluation and historical record. 5% Safety and Loss Prevention Management Management, implementation and enforcement of all Port safety practices, programs and policies. Monitors existing procedures and work flow and develops new procedures and practices in order to maximize safety and efficiency while reducing injuries, near misses and lost time occurrences. Conducts regular safety inspections or equipment and work sites, participates in and ensures adherence to the Port’s JSA program. Fosters a culture of safety with all direct and indirect subordinates. 5% Other Duties, Including Emergency Support Incumbent is required to perform a variety of tasks and assignments, as directed by the supervisor, necessary to fulfill the mission of Water Front Maintenance Department and/or Port Maintenance Division. Other work as directed. Essential employee during emergencies, natural disasters, etc. Must be immediately available to respond to problems arising at facilities, Equipment and Port owned bridges during times of emergencies. Available in person, by phone, and via the internet at all times. ___ 100%
See More Details >>Job Title: Mechanical Engineer - Tyndall AFB • Work Location: Panama City, FL *** Salary: Based on experience and will be discussed with manager in interview REQUIREMENT- Must be a US Citizen and must pass a federal background review and drug screen Duties/Responsibilities: • Candidate will provide engineering services on several simultaneous federal projects ranging in value up from tens of millions to hundreds of millions of dollars in construction value. • Experience with large Federal Building Design, Medical Building Design and/or Construction Projects, or other similarly complex projects is desired. For this requirement, “Large” projects are defined as a construction value of at least $100 million or more. • Candidate will be responsible for site observation and reporting on multiple assigned projects to government personnel. • Candidate will provide technical and administrative support. • Oversee construction, contract administration, and quality assurance activities in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations. • Analyze design and construction issues with respect to contract requirements. • Deliver recommendations to government personnel regarding compliance with contract provisions. • Candidate should be prepared to review and interpret plans and specifications, submittals, reports, schedules, modifications, cost estimates, pay applications, change orders and claims. • Provide field surveillance and prepare daily detailed reports covering all pertinent factors affecting cost and engineering considerations. • Participate in pre-construction conferences with government personnel. • Emphasis is placed on knowledge and experience with but not limited to HVAC systems, system controls, building automation, chilled water, plumbing, humidification, data centers, and other complex mechanical-engineering related elements found in large and complex buildings and utility plants. Education/Experience: • Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field from an accredited college, preferred. • Minimum of 10 years of engineering; construction and contract administration experience. • Registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) preferred • Army Corp of Engineering (USACE) or other federal project experience, preferred • Experience using RMS 3.0, preferred • Demonstrate proficiency and effective communications skills in the English language in both oral and written forms • Interaction with clients and contractors requires candidate to have a professional presentation along with excellent communication skills and attention to detail. Benefits: • Competitive salary based on experience. • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. • Retirement savings plan with company match. • Paid time off and holidays. • Professional development and career advancement opportunities. • A supportive and collaborative work environment. Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.) all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accura uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workplace. www.dhs.gov/everify
See More Details >>Work Place Flexibility: Onsite Legal Entity: Entergy Louisiana, LLC At Entergy, we’ve been planning for the future for more than 100 years. We’ve experienced a lot of change, generating power first from sawdust to now splitting atoms, harnessing sunlight and using abundant, clean and efficient natural gas. We are on the verge of a monumental technology convergence, where reality swiftly catches up to possibility. The utility of the future does much more than keep the lights on and the gas flowing. It’s knowledgeable and skillful workforce will solve challenges and fuel a brighter, smarter, more prosperous future for everyone. Having the lowest retail electricity rates of any utility in the United States drives economic growth within Entergy’s region, a key ingredient to sustained growth for any utility. We also believe a diverse workforce committed to personal and professional growth is critical to our success. We place a high priority on developing talent to meet current and future needs, giving employees opportunities to grow their careers their way. Entergy’s Power Generation group operates a fleet of more than 30 owned, leased, or operated natural gas, coal, oil hydro and petroleum coke plants, with total engineering capacity of over 18,500 megawatts and is building or acquiring more than 3,000 megawatts of new natural gas generation to join its 30,000 megawatts of nuclear, natural gas, coal, oil, hydroelectric and solar facilities. This position can be filled by a Maintenance Operator, Maintenance Operator III, Maintenance Operator, or Mechanical Technician based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE: Perform routine maintenance tasks and available for unscheduled call outs. JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: • Primary skill is a Journeyman Machinist/Millwright capable of operating machine tool equipment which includes a bridgeport and lathe • Also responsible for performing large and small equipment alignment • Welding may be required along with some other multi-skill activities • During unit outages, provide contractor management, quality control, cost management and schedule management • Perform other maintenance multi skill activities which includes minor electrical, instrument and controls work/inspection/repair • Identify, troubleshoot and diagnose equipment problems • Applies understanding of Power Plant system, starting & stopping equipment, isolating & restoring equipment for maintenance and monitoring turbine generator and large pumps • Ensures safety standards and practices are adhered to for the protection of personnel and equipment in accordance with Corporate, Environmental, Plant & OSHA policies, procedures & regulations MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Minimum education required of the position: • High school diploma or equivalent work experience • Preferred: • Machinist/Millwright Apprenticeship or Trade School diploma/degree Minimum experience required of the position: • Maintenance Operator III: 2-3 years of experience in operations or similar field • Maintenance Operator: 3 years of experience in operations or similar field • Mechanical Technician: At least 5 years Power Plant Operations and/or Maintenance experience Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required of the position: • Journeyman level Machinist/Millwright is primary skill (minimum 5 years, desired 10 years) • Understanding of the principles of mechanical/electronic tools, instruments, controls, measuring devices, gauges, mechanical equipment and piping systems • Familiar with the principles of operation of steam boilers, turbine-generators, motors, pumps, heaters, water chemistry equipment and simple loop controls • Understanding written & verbal communications and basic writing skills • Understand & operate a personal computer Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position: • Successful completion of the EEI POSS/MASS test • Preferred: • Machinist/Millwright certificate or Experienced Pump Mechanic #LI-DNP Primary Location: Louisiana-Westwego Louisiana : New Orleans || Louisiana : Belle Chase || Louisiana : Chalmette || Louisiana : Gretna || Louisiana : Jefferson || Louisiana : Kenner || Louisiana : Westwego Job Function : Power Plant Operations FLSA Status :Nonexempt Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered Union description/code : NON BARGAINING UNIT-NBU Number of Openings : 1 Req ID: 118438 Travel Percentage :Up to 25% An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. Please clickhere (https://jobs.entergy.com/content/EEO/?locale=en_US) to view the EEO page, or see statements below. EEO Statement: The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Accessibility: Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf. If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process please click here (humanr@entergy.com?subject=Accessibility) and provide your name, contact number, the accommodation requested and the requisition number that you are requesting the accommodation for. Employee Services will contact you regarding your request. Additional Responsibilities: As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties. Equal Opportunity (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/manual/fccm/2l-equal-opportunity-clauses-and-other-requirements/2l00-equal-opportunity) The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. Please contact HRCompliance@entergy.com to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours. EEI Testing: One way that Entergy has found to identify and assess the abilities and skills needed for certain jobs is through pre-employment testing. If this position does require an EEI test, the type of test will be located under the qualifications section of the job posting. If you are invited to a test session, we strongly recommend you review and complete the practice test as well as review the testing brochure for your respective test. The test brochure will give you critical information on the test such as time allocated and number of questions. Also, keep in mind that the actual test is timed; you should practice timing yourself while doing the practice tests. The practice test information and test brochures can be located by going to the EEI website, http://www.eei.org/practicetests , Logon ID: entergy, password: practice test (2 words). Travel expenses incurred in connection with EEI testing are non-reimbursable. In addition to EEI testing there is also Fit-for-Duty testing which will identify and assess the abilities and skills needed for certain jobs. If this position does require Fit-for-Duty testing, the type of test will be located under the qualifications section of the job posting. WORKING CONDITIONS: As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties. Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position. Job Segment: Power Plant Operator, Gas, Gas Technician, Power Plant, Electrical, Energy, Engineering
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in New Orleans, LA, often begins with an apprenticeship that combines practical experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last three to four years, with extensive on-the-job training under experienced professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 24,080 mechanical trade professionals nationwide, with a projected 11% job growth from 2023 to 2033. Apprentices in New Orleans earn an average of $904.65 per week, with an annual overtime average of $10,328. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like HireLevel help aspiring mechanical trade professionals find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $107,000 annually for experienced professionals.
