Water​/Wastewater Construction Technician

Location: Mandeville, LA

Job :329

# of Openings:1

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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