Pipe Layer, Water Distribution

LED FastStart • Alexandria, LA

10d • $36,386 - $45,493 • Onsite

About The Position

Employees & PublicAnnual Salary Range: $36,385.75 - $45,493.03 Grade: 17The City of Alexandria is seeking professional individuals to begin a career in government Water Distribution 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 system. 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.

Nice To Haves

• Water Department prefers a valid Water Distribution Class II Certification.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED