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Employment-Current Job OpeningsAPPLICATION PROCESS FOR INTERNET APPLICATIONS Only U.S. citizens and non-citizens authorized to work in the United States by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service are eligible for employment by the Lafayette Consolidated Government. The deadline may be found at the top of the front of the application. Applications will not be accepted after the posted deadline. Applications must also include an original signature. Residents who live in the Lafayette area must turn-in their applications at the Civil Service office. If you live outside the Lafayette area, a copy of the required information must accompany the application before it is accepted. In order for an application to be accepted, the following items are required at the time the application is turned in.
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Equipment Operator IV (Public Works) - $13.48-$16.85/hour/DOE
Position is responsible for the SKILLED operation of a GRADALL, Dozer, Excavator, Backhoe, Tandem Dump Truck and other heavy equipment used in maintenance, repair, and construction of large complex drainage projects. Applicants must be able to independently operate the equipment. Work of this class is distinguished from that of Equipment Operator III by the type of equipment operated, the skill level required by the job assignment, and the frequency of operation of the assigned equipment. Graduation from high school and experience in the operation of heavy construction equipment similar to those types listed herein, including some experience in precision work; or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Applicants must have at least a valid Commercial Driver’s License or CDL permit to apply and test, but must obtain a Louisiana Class A CDL with airbrake, combination, and tanker endorsement prior to hire. Accepting the first 15 completed applications until Monday, September 12, 2011, at noon, or until filled.
Equipment Operator III-Backhoe (Public Works) - $11.94-14.93/hour/DOE
Work of this class involves the operation of a Backhoe, Tandem Dump Truck and Asphalt Dually, and related equipment primarily used in the streets division. Completion of the eighth grade and experience in the operation of automotive and construction equipment similar to those described herein; or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Applicants must have at least a valid Commercial Driver’s License or CDL permit to apply and test, but must obtain a Louisiana Class A CDL with airbrake and combination endorsements prior to hire. Accepting the first 15 completed applications until Monday, January 30, 2012, at noon.
Electrical Engineer I (LUS-Fiber) - $3,730-$4,662/month/DOE
Position is responsible for designing, bidding out and inspecting projects pertaining to, but not limited to, communications engineering, with the main focus on outside plant design. Duties will also include cost estimates, cost justification analysis, bidding out materials and construction services for projects and inspecting projects. Knowledge of Ethernet, CISCO Routers and Switches, communication and electrical make ready, outside plant and network design, wireless networks, and Fiber to the Home systems. Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university. Accepting applications until Friday, February 3, 2012, at noon, or until filled.
Court Services Manger (CD) - $3,663-$4,579/month/DOE
Position is responsible for the administrative and supervisory work in all aspects of the Court Services division’s case management and educational programs. Baccalaureate degree in substance abuse counseling, psychology or related field supplemented by education in criminal justice or law. Progressively responsible experience with the criminal court system for substance abuse offenders and Court Services programs, methods and procedures required. Accepting the first 40 completed applications until Friday, February 10, 2012, at noon.
Equipment Operator II (Various) - $10.55-$13.19/hour/DOE
Responsible for the skilled operation of a Tandem Dump Truck. May also operate a Backhoe, Pothole Patching dually, Flusher Truck or other equipment, depending on area of assignment. Ability to read and write, and experience in the operation of trucks or equipment similar to those described herein; or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Applicants must have at least a valid Commercial Driver’s License or CDL permit to apply and test, but must obtain a Louisiana Class A CDL with airbrake, combination, and/or tanker endorsements prior to hire. Accepting the first 15 completed applications until Friday, February 10, 2012, at noon.
Facilities Maintenance Repairman (Public Works) - $10.55-$13.19/hour/DOE
Positions in this class perform maintenance and repair of Lafayette Consolidated Government buildings and auxiliary structures, and repair and maintenance of a variety of mechanical, plumbing, and electrical equipment. Graduation from high school and experience in the building, electrical, and mechanical trades; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Strong electrical experience desired. Valid driver’s license required to apply. Valid Louisiana Drivers license prior to hire required. Accepting the first 40 completed applications until Friday, February 10, 2012, at noon.
Equipment Operator III (Public Works) - $11.94-14.93/hour/DOE
Work of this class involves the operation of a Backhoe, Tandem Dump Truck, and Asphalt Dually, and related equipment primarily used in the streets division. Completion of the eighth grade and experience in the operation of automotive and construction equipment similar to those described herein; or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Applicants must have at least a valid Commercial Driver’s License or CDL permit to apply and test, but must obtain a Louisiana Class A CDL with airbrake and combination endorsements prior to hire. Accepting the first 15 completed applications until Friday, February 17, 2012, at noon.
Group Insurance Supervisor (Administration) - $4,088-$5,110/month/DOE
Position is responsible for supervising, documenting, processing, re-pricing, and reporting City-Parish self group insurance claims and premiums according to applicable health, life, accidental death and dismemberment, stop loss, prescription drug, cafeteria, childcare, reasonable and customary, and flexible spending policies. Bachelor’s degree in Insurance and Risk Management, Business Administration, Health Information Management, or a related field , and considerable experience in accounting or bookkeeping and group health insurance claims processing and administration, including supervisory experience or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Additionally candidates should possess strong analytical skills and experience interpreting HIPPA, PPACA, ADA, FMLA, USERRA and related laws. Accepting the first 50 completed applications until Friday, February 17, 2012, at noon.
Labor Foreman III (LUS-WWC) - $15.20-$19.00/hour/DOE
Position is responsible for supervising field crews engaged in the repair and maintenance of a wastewater collection system. Completion of high school and considerable experience in the maintenance, repair, and minor construction of Wastewater Collection lines, including some lead worker experience at the level of Labor Foreman II; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Position will be required to be on-call. Computer experience desired. Valid driver’s license required to apply.
Position requires a class D Louisiana driver’s license prior to appointment. Accepting the first 40 completed applications until Friday, February 17, 2012, at noon.
Plant Maintenance Mechanic II (LUS-Water) - $15.20-$19.00/hour/DOE
This is extremely skilled mechanical maintenance work in one or more of the Consolidated Government’s water operating plants. Graduation from high school supplemented by courses in the mechanical trades, and considerable experience in mechanical maintenance and repair work in an industrial facility; or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Welding experience helpful. Accepting the first 40 completed applications until Friday, February 17, 2012, at noon.