Pipe Layer, Gas

LED FastStart•Alexandria, LA

9d•$30,314 - $45,493•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Alexandria is seeking professional individuals to begin a career in the government Gas Department, located in the heart of Central Louisiana. This role involves performing skilled labor of a physically demanding nature in the construction, maintenance, and repair of water, wastewater, or gas distribution systems. Positions in the Gas and Wastewater Departments are subject to 24-hour call.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED; supplemented by two (2) years' 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 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.
Gas Department must obtain certifications as required by the Office of Pipeline Safety within six (6) months of hire.

Responsibilities

Digs holes, lines, trenches, and ditches using the necessary tools and equipment, for preparing the site for the laying of pipes.
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.
Operates or uses various equipment, power tools, hand tools, and supplies in order to complete work assignments; operates and maintains, mini excavator, pipe cut-off saw, probe rod, pipes and fittings, shovels, etc.