WaterWastewater Field Technician
WaterWastewater Field Technician
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Job Description
**COMMUNICATION REGARDING TEST INFORMATION WILL BE SENT VIA EMAIL &TEXT**
PURPOSE AND NATURE OF WORK
Positions in this class perform manual and skilled labor in the maintenance repair and construction of Lafayette Utilities Systems Water Distribution or Wastewater Collection system and related installations. Operates various hand tools machinery power tools and heavy equipment to accomplish assigned work projects; heavy equipment includes tandemaxle dump truck backhoe/front loader skid steer excavator vacuum truck and flusher truck. Assists employees that are operating equipment as needed. Climbs into excavations applies shoring materials and finishes excavation of pipe with shovels. Safely drives vehicles to work sites. Work assignments are received from a superior with work subject to periodic inspection while ongoing and upon completion. Uses tablets or laptops to handle communication and work orders.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from high school or GED work experience in water/wastewater utility maintenance the ability to operate power equipment and/or heavy equipment safe driving skills and computer skills possession of Class A/B CDL possession of LADHH operator certifications in Water Distribution/ Wastewater Collection or any combination of education and experience
SPECIAL NECESSARY QUALIFICATION(S)
- Valid drivers license to apply and possession of a valid Louisiana drivers license upon hire.
2. Must be capable of responding to the site within one hour of being notified.
APPRENTICESHIP
Positions in this class may be assigned to an apprenticeship as defined by Civil Service Rule IV Section 6. This requires the employee to complete initial and ongoing training requirements established by Lafayette Utilities System within three 3 years for continued employment. Successful completion of the steps of the apprenticeship program involves pay increases pending funding.
TYPE OF EXAMINATION Examination will be a multiplechoice test.
DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: FIRST 28 RECEIVED BY FRIDAY MAY 9 2025 NOON!!
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Water/Wastewater Field Technician
**COMMUNICATION REGARDING TEST INFORMATION WILL BE SENT VIA EMAIL& TEXT**
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
