Tradesman (HVAC)

New Orleans, United States

$40,914 – $49,109

Posting number: DMA-161-2026

Department: Gov-Department of Military Affairs

Job classification: UNCLASSIFIED

Posting type: Open

Categories: Trades, Construction Maintenance, Construction Trades

Summary

ANNOUNCEMENT NO. 161-2026BENEFITS

OPENING DATE: September 02, 2026Retirement: LASERS

CLOSING DATE: September 16, 2026Insurance: Medical, Dental, & Vision

Paid Holidays: 10 plus proclaimed

*SALARY: Annual Leave: 96 hours per year with tenure increases

MW-210$35,734 - $42,890 Sick Leave: 96 hours per year with tenure increase

MW-211$38,230 - $45,885
MW-212$40,914 - $49,109
*Salary indicates typical starting range.
Level will be determined by qualifications.

JOB TYPE: Unclassified*

*Current Classified employees must give up their designation to accept this position.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Tradesman (HVAC) 1, 2, or 3 support skilled trades jobs by performing manual operations. Performs only rough carpentry work. Loads and unloads materials; makes minor repairs to tools; mixes and pours concrete. Operates gasoline pumps and may keep simple records. May occasionally operate light equipment under close supervision. Assists in the spraying and eradication of unwanted vegetation. Prepare and paint buildings, furniture and other structures with brush or spray application. Repairs and erects metal and wood signs. Preforms a wide variety of tasks in the maintenance and repair of State facilities and grounds. Performs assigned duty as directed by the Events coordinator or other supervisory personnel. Performs all other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Basic knowledge of carpentry, roofing, electrical, painting and HVAC. Be honest, trustworthy, respectful, flexible and demonstrates sound work ethics. Effective verbal and listening skills. Display excellent team building skills. Performs some semi-skilled tasks under general supervision and may work as a helper to a skilled trade job under close supervisor.GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must have a valid Driver's License, Social Security Card and Birth Certificate.
Must be available to report to duty during emergency or disaster situations for extended hours over an extended period of time. Other periodic travel may be required.
Must meet physical requirements to perform functions of the position.
Must attend/complete all Louisiana Military Department (LMD) annual training and other training required for the position.
Must adhere to the Code of Ethics and foster a Sexual Harassment-Free Environment.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: By submitting an application for employment with the Military Department, the applicant agrees to the following conditions of employment:

All LMD positions require in-office attendance. This is not a remote position.
Salary is paid by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) / Direct Deposit Only. A checking or savings account is required for employment.
For positions requiring computer/email access selected applicant must qualify to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) Card and maintain eligibility.
LMD is a substance abuse and drug free workplace. The selected applicant must pass a pre-employment background investigation and pre-employment drug test. Thereafter, all employees are subject to random drug testing.
To become an employee of the LMD you must be a current member of the Louisiana National Guard or eligible for membership in the Louisiana State Guard.
The selected applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background investigation prior to employment.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: All Applicants must complete a LANG-LMD-H Form 10 (State Application) and attach a legible copy of their Official Birth Certificate, Driver's License and Social Security Card. Resumes are optional and will not be accepted unless they are submitted with the LANG-LMD-H Form 10 (State Application).