Pipe Layer, Wastewater

Pipelayer, Wastewater Collection Annual Salary: $30,314.23 - $45,493.03 Grade: 17 The City of Alexandria is seeking professional individuals to begin a career in the Wastewater Department, located in the heart of Central Louisiana, to perform skilled labor of a physically demanding nature in the construction, maintenance, and repair of water, wastewater, or gas distribution systems. Positions in Utilities are subject to 24-hour call. Responds to emergency calls during inclement weather or other emergencies. Duties and Responsibilities : Digs holes, lines, trenches, and ditches using the necessary tools and equipment, for the purpose of preparing the site for the laying of pipe. Prepares pipe for installation; threads and cuts pipe to required specifications. Constructs, maintains, and repairs existing gas utility system, lift systems, and manholes using methods approved by the department. Takes measures to protect utility lines from corrosion; follows department guidelines for inspecting the assigned system; performs routine maintenance; reports problems with lines needing repair. May have lead worker responsibility over subordinates involved in various construction and maintenance activities in the absence of the supervisor. Fits and installs wastewater piping for the collection system. Cleans and maintains equipment; prepares required equipment and supplies for assignments, and transports equipment to job sites. Operates or uses various equipment, power tools, hand tools, and supplies in order to complete work assignments; operates and maintains a mini excavator, pipe cut-off saw, probe rod, pipes and fittings, shovels, etc. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or GED. Two (2) years progressively responsible experience in the construction, repair, and/or maintenance of pipelines, preferably in a utility system; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess a valid driver's license. Will be required to obtain a valid State of Louisiana driver's license at the time of appointment and maintain throughout employment for this classification. Must be able to obtain a valid State of Louisiana Class D driver's license within one month of hire. Necessary Special Requirements Wastewater Department may be required to obtain and maintain a valid Louisiana Class A or B commercial driver's license and prefers a valid Wastewater Collection Class II Certification. Accepting applications : Until Filled Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their previous training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification. Examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, a performance test or any combination thereof deemed necessary to adequately screen and rank applicants. Examination notices will be sent out via email with a testing date, time, and location if applicable. ** If you prefer to receive text messages regarding your application update, please include a current cell phone number on your application. ** Must include copies of driver's license, diploma, GED, DD214, degree, etc. with application.