7% on your current salary, whichever is greater; or 10.5% on your current salary, whichever is greater, if position is 3 grades or higher than current position) Appointment to a position in the classified service shall be at the minimum of the corresponding pay range unless otherwise approved. Examination is announced to establish an employment list to fill vacancies in the Utility Services Department and future vacancies, as they occur to perform skilled work in the design, fabrication, repair and/or maintenance of tools, equipment, machinery and utility infrastructure for all departments of the City of Alexandria. Performs welding and fabrication in support of piping projects for maintenance and repair of utility infrastructure (water, wastewater, gas, and electric). Fabricates special machinery, materials, and apparatus as required by city departments. Performs flat, vertical, and horizontal welding; brazes, solders, and coats non-ferrous metal; inspects, brushes, and grinds welds.
Minimum Applicant Qualifications:
High School diploma or GED, with vocational or technical diploma in Welding/Fitting; supplemented by three (3) years of experience in welding, and varied maintenance and repair tasks; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provide the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position. 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 .
Work Hours:
Monday - Friday, 7am - 3:30pm, may work some weekends Kind of Examination This examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, a performance test or any combination thereof deemed necessary to adequately screen and rank applicants. Examination notices will be sent out via email with a testing date, time, and location. Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their previous training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification. Must include copies of driver's license, diploma, GED, DD214, degree, etc. with application.
Accepting applications:
Until filled
APPLY ONLINE AT WWW.GOVERNMENTJOBS.COM/CAREERS/ALEXANDRIALA
Civil Service Department Ph. (318)449-5030, Fax (318)449-5232,
Email:
civilservice@cityofalex.com The City of Alexandria is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
