Water/Wastewater Construction Technician

Water/Wastewater Construction Technician Central States Water Resources Lafayette, LA Job Details From $19 an hour 4 days ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) 401(k) 5% Match Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications OSHA (regulatory compliance area) Outdoor work Heavy equipment operation High school diploma or GED Analysis skills Driver's License Decision making Pipe installation Underground utilities installation Working on construction projects Entry level Full Job Description Major Job Duties This role, reporting to the Construction Foreman, is responsible for executing capital improvements and performing construction projects in their assigned zone. This is a key role supporting the upgrading of our facilities.

Starting Pay:

$19/hr

What We Offer:

$1,000 sign-on bonus 90% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage 5% automatic company 401(k) contribution Company-paid life insurance Short-term and long-term disability coverage Stable, essential industry with long-term career opportunity Supportive team environment with hands-on field work and training Primary Responsibilities Work with the engineering department to complete planned projects Execute work on open work orders and pending construction projects as assigned Dig and install new mains as needed Assist with water and wastewater line repairs, new line installation, and other work as directed Work with the maintenance team as needed All other duties as assigned Personal Attributes Accuracy

• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly Analytical Skills
• Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem Attention to Detail
• Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task from the beginning to the end of the project/task Communication, Oral & Written
• Ability to communicate effectively with others using both the spoken/written word Decision Making
• Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures Ethical
• Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards Judgment
• Ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information Organized
• Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task Problem Solving
• Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work
• related problems Responsible
• Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct. Teamwork
• Ability to work as part of a team Working Under Pressure
• Ability to complete assigned tasks in stressful situations Education/Skills High School Diploma or equivalent OSHA Safety Training is preferred Ability to read and interpret Engineering and Construction plans Valid Driver's License Experience with heavy equipment is a plus Working Conditions Ability to work in extreme weather conditions Ability to lift heavy objects of up to 75 pounds Exposure to potential hazards such as chemicals, fumes, and odors Will work in confined spaces Willingness to be on call in emergency situations