Construction Worker I

Job Title

Opened To Fill Vacancies As They Occur

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 and Responsibilities

Essential job functions vary depending on the work performed in a specific department/division and required for a specific position. Examples might include:

• Cleans ditches.
• Lays tack; shovels, rakes, and/or rolls asphalt.
• Lays pipes for drainage.
• Levels grounds.
• Operates dump truck.
• Removes debris and trash from drains and grounds.
• Responds to citizens' calls.
• Ensures all tools necessary for the job are available.
• Installs and repairs sprinkler systems.
• Maintains gardens and palm trees.
• Maintains journals.
• Receives and/or reviews various records and reports such as work orders, calls on the radio, and job locations.
• Prepares and/or processes 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.

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.