Pipe Layer, Wastewater Collection

Gulfshoresal; Alexandria, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision

Disability insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

The City of Alexandria is seeking a Pipelayer, Wastewater Collection, to perform skilled labor in construction, maintenance, and repair of water and wastewater systems in Central Louisiana. The role involves responding to emergencies and 24-hour call.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license, with a Louisiana Class D license obtainable within one month of hire. Salary ranges from $30,314.23 to $45,493.03 annually with benefits including medical, dental,

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Two (2) years progressively responsible experience in construction/repair/maintenance of pipelines preferred.
• Must possess valid driver’s license and obtain State of Louisiana Class D license within one month of hire.

Responsibilities

• Digs holes, lines, trenches for pipe laying.
• Prepares and fits pipe for installation; maintains gas utility systems.
• Operates basic tools and equipment for field assignments.
• May lead workers in absence of supervisor.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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.

Benefits

• medical insurance
• dental and vision
• short/long term disability
• group and dependent life insurance
• sick and vacation leave
• 11 paid holidays
• EAP
• tuition reimbursement
• wellness clinic for employees and their dependents
• Retirement benefits include the City of Alexandria’s Retirement System, and a voluntary deferred compensation supplemental retirement plan.

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

Must include copies of driver’s license, diploma, GED, DD214, degree, etc. with application.

The City of Alexandria is an Equal Opportunity Employer