construction technician

Construction Technician

The Construction Technician is primarily responsible for the construction and/or repair of junction boxes, grate inlets, catch basins, retaining walls, box culverts and bridges.

Duties

1. Reads and interprets blue prints for the listed items to include proper size and placement of re-enforcing steel, minimum wall thickness and inlet openings. 2. Fills out work orders. 3. Places concrete into forms or slab placement in accordance with standard practices and City specifications to include vibration and applying desired concrete finish. 4. Builds and places forms as required to build desired structure. 5. Performs other related duties as assigned or required.

Minimum Qualifications

1. High School Diploma, GED, or the equivalent. 2. Understanding the properties and mix designs of concrete. 3. Two (2) years experience in construction field. 4. Must be able to read and interpret construction blueprints and application of basic math. 5. Must possess Class "D" drivers license, Class "B" preferred.

Physical Requirements: 1. Position requires moderate to extensive stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. 2. Position requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. 3. Job must be performed with or without accommodations. 4. Manual dexterity for the use of hand and power tools. Work Environment: 1. Work is performed outdoors with exposure to noise, chemicals, inclement weather, dirt, grease, dust, and machinery with moving parts requiring use of protective devices. Travel: Travel will be required locally from location to location to accomplish job assignments and visit job sites. Normal promotion path from this class: Senior Crew Chief, PW or W & S

The City of Shreveport offers many benefits including vacation and sick leave, health, dental and vision insurance, 10 paid holidays per calendar year and long term disability.