Construction Worker I

Job Posting

Opened to fill vacancies as they occur. This is a 40 hours per week position. Public Works : Under regular supervision, performs various entry-level and manual maintenance duties required in support of the department. Work involves cleaning and repairing drains; flushing out drains; mixing cement; weed eating drains and culverts; performing asphalt work; and operating assigned equipment. Reports to the Foreman. Wastewater : Under regular supervision, performs various entry-level and manual maintenance duties required in support of the department. Work involves sidewalk and driveway apron repairs / replacements, performing asphalt work, cleaning and repairing sewer lines; flushing sewer lines; mixing cement; smoke testing sewer lines; operating assigned equipment and assisting other Wastewater Department Divisions when needed. Reports to the Superintendent I.

Duties of Responsibilities

Essential job functions vary depending on the work performed in a specific department / division and required for a specific position. Public Works examples might include : cleaning ditches, laying tack; shoveling, raking, and / or rolling asphalt, laying pipes for drainage, leveling grounds, operating dump truck, removing debris and trash from drains and grounds, responding to citizens' calls, ensuring all tools necessary for the job are available, installing and repairing sprinkler systems, maintaining gardens and palm trees, maintaining journals, receiving and / or reviewing various records and reports such as work orders, calls on the radio, and job locations. Preparing and / or processing various records and report such as vehicle sign in / out, maintenance checklist, work orders, equipment needed, and materials list. Refers to schedule, maps / directions, Foreman's knowledge, policy and procedure manuals, codes / laws / regulations, publications and reference texts, etc. Operates a variety of vehicles, equipment, and machinery such as roller, backhoe, jackhammer, pick up truck, weed eater, hedge trimmer, chainsaw, blower, etc. Uses a variety of tools such as shovel, rake, cones / signs, hammer, broom, pipe cutter, etc.; and a variety of supplies such as cement, asphalt, sand, tack, dirt, pipes, glue, primer, weed eater parts, weed killer, etc. Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as Foreman, Equipment Operator, Truck Driver, coworkers, and the general public.

Wastewater examples might include : laying tack; shoveling, raking, and / or rolling asphalt, laying pipes for sewerage, leveling grounds, operating dump truck, removing debris and trash from sewer and grounds, responding to citizens' calls, ensuring all tools necessary for the job are available, installing and repairing sprinkler systems, maintaining journals, receiving and / or reviewing various records and reports such as work orders, calls on the radio, and job locations. Preparing and / or processing various records and report such as vehicle sign in / out, maintenance checklist, work orders, equipment needed, and materials list. Refers to schedule, maps / directions, Superintendent's knowledge, policy and procedure manuals, codes / laws / regulations, publications and reference texts, etc. Operates a variety of vehicles, equipment, and machinery such as roller, backhoe, jackhammer, pick up truck, weed eater, hedge trimmer, chainsaw, blower, etc. Uses a variety of tools such as shovel, rake, cones / signs, hammer, broom, pipe cutter, etc.; and a variety of supplies such as cement, asphalt, sand, tack, dirt, pipes, glue, primer, weed eater parts, weed killer, etc. Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as Foreman, Equipment Operator, Truck Driver, coworkers, and the general public. Operates and maintains equipment associated with the operation of a wastewater collection system. Verifies and reports suspected malfunctions and takes corrective action. Accurately completes all equipment work orders. Assures work is performed in a safe and professional manner by following established safety, operating, and emergency response procedures. Performs cleanup and housekeeping tasks for work area, tools and equipment. Performs related duties as needed.

Parks and Recreation examples of duties : Performs maintenance / construction tasks individually or in a crew in such diverse areas as streets, drainage, parkways, recreation maintenance, building / grounds maintenance, etc. Prepares and / or processes various records and reports such as custodian supply list, leave request forms, call reports, etc. Operates a variety of equipment and machinery and drives a variety of vehicles which vary by department. Uses a variety of tools. Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as Foreman, coworkers, office personnel, and the general public.

Minimum Qualifications

Public Works : Requires nine to twelve months of construction operation experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must have a valid State driver's license.

Wastewater : Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent that is approved by the Louisiana Department of Education with nine to twelve months of construction operation experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must have a valid State driver's license.

Note : All positions require a current, valid Louisiana driver's license. Some positions may require high class licenses (classes A, B, C, or D) due to the vehicle(s) driven. Vacancies will be filled selectively based on the license / education each position is required to possess. Non-competitive - all candidates meeting the minimum qualification requirements and any necessary selective criteria will be certified to the vacancy.