Field Utilities Technician — Water & Sewer Systems

Calcasieu Parish Police Jury; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Calcasieu Parish Police Jury in Lake Charles, LA seeks a Maintenance Worker in the Utilities Series to perform routine maintenance, recordkeeping, laboratory and field analyses, read meters, and assist with water and sewer services while responding to emergencies 24/7.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and one year of related experience; valid driver’s license; ability to obtain certifications within two years of hire. Uniform provided; diverse shifts available and paid leave accrual.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of customer service principles and recordkeeping.
• Familiarity with maintenance and grounds principles and parish geography.
• Ability to perform manual labor and operate applicable tools and equipment.
• Experience reading maps and following written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Routine maintenance including greasing and cleaning of plant equipment.
• Daily record keeping.
• Perform laboratory and field analyses.
• Reading and interpreting meters and gauges.
• Routine ground maintenance.
• Perform sampling and routine process control tests.
• Respond to emergency calls 24/7.
• Locate problems and operate sewer cleaning equipment to clear stoppage.
• Assist in installing new water and sewer services.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Skills

Customer service principles

Recordkeeping principles

Maintenance and grounds

Parish geography

Manual labor

Tools and equipment

Routine maintenance and repair

Written and oral instructions

Communication

Reading maps

Education

High school diploma or GED; 1 year related experience

Job description

Calcasieu Parish Police Jury in Lake Charles, LA seeks a Maintenance Worker in the Utilities Series to perform routine maintenance, recordkeeping, laboratory and field analyses, read meters, and assist with water and sewer services while responding to emergencies 24/7.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and one year of related experience; valid driver’s license; ability to obtain certifications within two years of hire. Uniform provided; diverse shifts available and paid leave accrual.