Pipe Layer, Gas

JOB SUMMARY

Pipe Layer, GasEmployees & Public-Annual Salary Range: $30,314.23 - $45,493.03 Grade: 17The City of Alexandria is seeking professional individuals to begin a career in government Gas 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.

Benefits:

The City of Alexandria offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: medical insurance, dental and vision, short/long term disability, group and dependent life insurance, sick and vacation leave, 11 paid holidays, EAP, tuition reimbursement, wellness clinic for employees and their dependents. Retirement benefits include the City of Alexandria's Retirement System, and a voluntary deferred compensation supplemental retirement plan.--

Duties and 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.-

Minimum Qualifications:

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.-NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• -------- Gas Department must obtain certifications as required by the Office of Pipeline Safety within six (6) months of hire.-Work Schedule: 40 hrs per week; Monday - Friday 7:00a - 3:30p; may be assigned to a crew for Duty Week which includes weekends-