CONSTRUCTION MAINTENANCE

Job Posting

The following position is available with the City of Lafayette Water Works Plant. If you are

interested in being considered for this position, applications are ONLY available on-line at

https://work4lafayette.com

The application deadline is until position is filled

Available with the Water Works Plant:

POSITION:
Construction Maintenance

LOCATION:
Water Works

1020 Canal Rd

Lafayette, IN 47904

HOURS:
Mon – Fri 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Overtime hours as needed.

SALARY:
$2,226.84 - $2,561.67 bi-weekly

DESCRIPTION:
Incumbent installs new water services, repairs water services and water mains with related emergencies and

maintenance. Incumbent performs light to heavy work while sitting, kneeling, or standing. Incumbent is

required to climb, lift, carry and use pushing and pulling actions. Incumbent must be able to operate a variety

of hand and power tools, small and large. Work is performed mainly outside under noisy and hot/cold

conditions, alone and with others. Incumbent is exposed to water, noise, dirt, and vibrations. Incumbent should

be familiar with operation of backhoe, dump trucks, bob cat and excavator, jack hammers, packers and air

compressors. Ground maintenance as necessary and assisting with snow removal at the Plant and throughout

the City.

Incumbent must be aware of traffic control and heavy equipment operation procedures and the dangers

associated with digging around power and gas lines. Incumbent is required to wear protective gear such as

safety vest, hard hats, goggles, ear plugs, gloves and masks, as appropriate. Incumbent reports to the Chief of

Distribution & Customer Service and Construction Foreperson.

REQUIREMENTS:
Incumbent must be at least 18 years of age, has a high school diploma or GED equivalent and must maintain a

valid Indiana Driver’s License. Incumbent must obtain a Class B CDL within 9 months of hire and maintain a

safe driving record. Tanker endorsement encouraged. Must be highly organized and have excellent verbal

and written communication skills. Thorough knowledge of Department and City practices, policies and

procedures. Must be able to meet attendance requirements and have the ability to occasionally work extended

hours and assist in any Water Works area as required. The ability to use personal computers, portable

computers, smartphones or similar devices and knowledge of Microsoft Office is a plus.

The City of Lafayette is an Equal Opportunity Employer