City of New Iberia Municipal Civil Service - New Iberia, LA

posted 2 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
New Iberia, LA

About the position

The Construction Laborer / Concrete Finisher position involves performing physical labor and skilled tasks related to the construction and maintenance of storm water drainage, streets, and sidewalks. The role requires heavy lifting, manual labor, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team under the guidance of senior employees. Responsibilities include assisting with machine operations, patching concrete, and participating in training for more advanced tasks.

Responsibilities

  • Perform storm water drainage, streets, and sidewalks construction and maintenance.
  • Assist machine operators or foremen on site.
  • Patch concrete streets and construct or reconstruct slabs and catch basins.
  • Manually complete, dig, and backfill drainage projects where larger equipment cannot be used.
  • Spread soil, sand, and limestone, and prepare areas for paving and patching.
  • Put together forms and assist in installing pipes.
  • Apply and tighten clamps, test and inspect for leaks, and remove shoring.
  • Assist in backfilling, slab replacement, and site restoration.
  • Participate in training to perform more responsible tasks.

Requirements

  • Literacy required.
  • Valid Louisiana driver's license.
  • Must meet the general requirements of the City's auto insurance company.
  • Must be a qualified registered voter and submit a copy of voter verification with the application.
  • Must pass the Civil Service Exam, post-offer drug screen, physical, and functional pre-placement testing.
  • Prior experience in construction and maintenance of streets, sidewalks, and storm water drainage is desired.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in construction and maintenance of streets, sidewalks, and storm water drainage.

Benefits

  • Paid annual, sick, and holiday allowance
  • Public Retirement Plan (29.5% annual employer contribution)
  • BC/BS Full Medical (single $30/mth, family $280/mth)
  • Annual Cost of Living General Increases (typically 2%)
  • Longevity increases of 2% for every 5 years of full-time service
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
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