Civil Service

Current Job Openings APPLICATION PROCESS FOR INTERNET APPLICATIONS Only the first 80 applications received before the deadline will be accepted. Only U.S. citizens registered to vote and non-citizens authorized to work in the U.S. by the Citizenship and Immigration Services (formerly the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Services) are eligible to be considered for hiring by the Lafayette Consolidated Government. The deadline may be found in the top right hand corner on 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. Proof of voter registration from the parish in which the applicant resides. This may be obtained from the courthouse in the parish in which you reside. Proof of social security number. If you do not have your SS card, your driver’s license or anything with your number printed on it will be accepted The following item may be turned in at any time before the test is given: Proof of veteran status; DD214. You must show proof of having served 90 consecutive days of active duty and show proof that you were honorably discharged. Any one showing proof will be awarded five points to a passing grade. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office at (337) 291-8330.

Equipment Operator IV (Public Works) - $2,047-$2,707/month DOE

Ability to operate gradall, tandem dump truck, bulldozer, excavator, required. Proof of passing written portion of CDL required. Class A CDL w/Air Brake, Combination, Haz Mat, and Tanker endorsements with 14 days of hire. Successful applicants must be able to operate each of the above pieces of equipment proficiently and without instruction. Accepting the first 15 completed applications or UNTIL FILLED.

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Equipment Operator III (Public Works) - $1,858/month

Must demonstrate knowledge and skill in the operation of a tandem dump truck, backhoe, and gradall. Must show proof of having passed the written portion of the CDL to apply.  Class A CDL with Air Brake, Tanker, and Combination endorsements required within 14 days of hire. Accepting the first 15 applications or UNTIL FILLED.

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Equipment Operator IV (LUS) - $2,047 - $2,707/month DOE

Primarily operates a backhoe, but may operate a tandem dump truck and vacuum truck on occasion. Must demonstrate a high skill level in the operation of each of these pieces of equipment. Must show proof of having passed the written portion of the CDL to apply. Class A CDL with Air Brake, Combination, and Tanker endorsements required with 14 days of hire. Accepting the first 15 applications, or until filled.

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Power Plant Machinist (LUS) - $2,879 - $4,035/Monthly/DOE

Performs tasks requiring advanced knowledge and skill in welding, machining, and repair of heavy industrial rotating machinery. In addition to machinist tasks, the employee in this class performs other maintenance tasks, including welding and mechanical work. Applicants will have to demonstrate proficiency in close tolerance machinist work and welding. Accepting the first 80 applications or until filled.

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Librarian III (Library) - $3,404/Month

Position is responsible for programming and publicity for the library system and supervision of small branch libraries. Works with library administration to develop an active dynamic programming and publicity plan to the library system. Master’s degree from an ALA accredited Library Information and Science School required. Progressively responsible professional library experience, including supervisory experience strongly desired.Accepting the first 80 applications, or until filled.

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Equipment Operator IV (Water Distribution) (LUS) - $2,047 - $2,707/Month/DOE

Position is responsible for the proficient operation of a Backhoe and Dump Truck in support of the Water Distribution division of LUS. Ability to operate the Backhoe at a high level with no instruction is required. Proof of having passed the written portion of the CDL test required to apply. Class A CDL with Air Brake and Combination, endorsements required within 14 days of hire. Accepting the first 15 applications, or until filled.

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Equipment Operator IV (LUS) - $2,047 - $2,378/Month /DOE

Primarily operates a Vacuum/Flusher Truck, but is required to operate a tandem dump truck and Backhoe as needed. Ability to operate a Flusher/Vacuum Truck at a high level with no instruction is required. Must show proof of having passed the written portion of the CDL to apply. Class A CDL with Air Brake, Combination, and Tanker endorsements required with 14 days of hire. Computer experience desired. Accepting the first 15 applications until Monday, February 18, 2008, at noon, or until filled.

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Engineer III (Electrical-System Engineering) (LUS) - $3,936 - $6,311/Month DOE

Position is responsible for designing, forecasting, bidding out and inspecting projects pertaining to, but not limited to, network engineering. Experience with Ethernet, CISCO routers and switches and network design required. Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with Professional Engineering (PE) license required. Position is also responsible for Electrical Engineering aspects of construction projects. Accepting the first 80 applications until Friday, March 14, 2008, at noon, or until filled.

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Equipment Operator III (Public Works) - $1,858/Month

Position is responsible for the operation of a Tandem Dump Truck, Backhoe, Gradall, and Excavator in support of the Drainage division in Public Works. Must show proof of having passed the written portion of the CDL to apply. Class A CDL with Airbrake and Combination endorsements required within 14 days of hire. Accepting the first 15 applications until Friday, April 4, 2008, at noon., or until filled.

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Plant Maintenance Mechanic I (LUS) - $2,259/Month

Skilled work in the inspection, maintenance, and repair of mechanical equipment in one or more of Consolidated Government’s Water Plants. Position is subject to rotating 24-hour call. Graduation from high school supplemented by courses in the mechanical trades, and experience in mechanical maintenance and repair work in an industrial facility; or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Accepting the first 80 applications until Friday, April 4, 2008, at noon, or until filled.

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Utility Repairman (LUS) - $1,442 - $1,586Month/DOE

Positions in this class perform maintenance, repair, and construction of underground water and/or wastewater pipelines and related installations. Working experience in water/wastewater utility maintenance, or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Apprenticeship may be required. Possession of a valid Louisiana Driver’s License required. Must be capable of responding to the site within one hour of being notified. Accepting the first 80 applications until Friday, May 2, 2008, at noon, or until filled.

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Lineman III (LUS) - $2,879 - $4,035/Month DOE

Position is responsible for skilled independent work in installation, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground power lines and related components of the city-parish electrical transmission and distribution system. Position is subject to 24-hour call and work is sometimes hazardous. Graduation from high school supplemented by courses in basic electricity, and experience as a Lineman II; or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Must show proof of having passed the written portion of the CDL to apply. At least seven years safe journeyman lineman experience or five years experience working under the direction of a journeyman lineman and approved training in line work. Experience includes the repair of energized conductors, connecting transformers, replacing poles, operating line and bucket trucks, and related tasks in all weather conditions required. Class A CDL with Airbrake endorsements required within 14 days of hire. Accepting the first 80 applications until Friday, May 23, 2008, at noon, or until filled.

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Communications Systems Operator (Fiber) (LUS) - $3,033 - $4,243/Month/DOE

Responsible for technical operations and maintenance at a communications center of telephone, cable TV and Internet Service Provider equipment and related software, including a voice switch, encoders/decoders, firewalls, routers, switches, servers, etc.  Vocational technical training in electronics and telecommunications.  Experience with Cable TV head end, high speed internet provider services, or central office voice switch operation required. Accepting the first 80 applications until Friday, June 13, 2008, at noon, or until filled.

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Equipment Operator IV- Motor Grader (Public Works) - $2,047 - $2,707/Month/DOE

 Primarily operates Motor Grader for street projects, but may be required to operate a backhoe, and tandem dump as required. Must demonstrate skill in the operation of the motor grader. Proof of having passed the written portion of the CDL test required to apply.  Class A CDL with Air Brake and Combination endorsements required within 14 days of hire.  Accepting the first 15 applications until Monday, July 7, 2008, at noon, or until filled.

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Labor Foreman III (LUS-WWC) - $2,302/Month

Position is responsible for supervising field crews engaged in the repair of wastewater collection lines.  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 requires a class D LA driver’s license within 14-days of hire.  Computer experience desired.  Accepting the first 80 applications until Monday, July 7, 2008, at noon, or until filled.

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Equipment Operator III (Public Works) - $1,858/Month

Position is responsible for the operation of a Tandem Dump Truck, Front End Loader and Aerial Bucket Truck in support of the Streets division in Public Works.  Must show proof of having passed the written portion of the CDL to apply.  Class A CDL with Airbrake and Combination endorsements required within 14 days of hire.  Accepting the first 15 applications until Friday, August 1, 2008, at noon, or until filled. 

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Power Plant Technician (LUS) - $2,616 - $3,657/Month/DOE

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Engineer III (Civil-CIP/Project Control) (Public Works) - $3,936- $6,201/month/DOE

Responsible for the design and administration of municipal public works projects relative to highway, street, drainage, bridge, structural, and building construction, administration and approval of consultant engineer/architect contracts, consultants, consultant and contractor invoice/partial payments, and other various tasks associated with bid packages, change orders, construction inspection and utility relocation.  Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university, at least four years of service as an Engineer I and Engineer II, or the equivalent if in another jurisdiction, and registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Louisiana required.  Non-residents must qualify for reciprocity by the Louisiana State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. Experience with road and drainage system design and experience with CAD and related civil engineering design software required. Accepting the first 80 applications until Friday, August 15, 2008, at noon, or until filled. 

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Equipment Operator II (LUS) - $1,603/Month

Position is primarily responsible for the operation of a Tandem Dump Truck.  May also operate a Vacuum Truck and/or Backhoe, depending on area of assignment.  Must show proof of having passed the written portion of the CDL to apply.  Class A CDL with Airbrake, tanker, and/or Combination endorsements required within 14 days of hire, depending on area of assignment.  Accepting the first 15 applications until Friday, August 15, 2008, at noon, or until filled. 

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Equipment Operator I (6 FOOT BUSH-HOG) (Parks and Recreation) - $1,442/month

Multiple positions open for entry-level operators to operate a tractor with 6’ bush-hog and related equipment.  Valid LA driver’s license required.  Accepting the first 15 applications until Friday, August 22, 2008, at noon. 

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Equipment Operator IV (Vacuum/Sludge Truck) (LUS) - $2,047/Month

Operates a Vacuum (sludge) Truck to haul sludge in support of the Water Operations and Wastewater Treatment Divisions.  Must show proof of having passed the written portion of the CDL to apply.  Class B CDL with Air Brake, Combination, and Tanker endorsements required with 14 days of hire required.  Obtain a Class III, Level C, Solid Waste Disposal System Operator Certification as issued by the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality within 2 years after appointment required.  Accepting the first 15 applications until Friday, August 22, 2008, at noon. 

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Secretary I (International Trade) - $1,560/Month

Position is a Secretary to division manager one level removed from Departmental Director. Will maintain office reports and may be required to work special events outside of regular office hours.  Graduation from high school supplemented by clerical coursework, and experience in clerical work; or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Ability to type 45 correct words per minute and the ability to read, write, and speak French or Spanish required.  Accepting the first 80 applications until Friday, August 22, 2008, at noon. 

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Assistant Transit Supervisor (T&T) - $2,423/Month

Supervises and participates in the work of bus drivers transporting passengers over established routes.  Graduation from high school and some experience in transit operations; or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Must show proof of CDL or proof of having passed the written portion of the CDL to apply.  Class B CDL with passenger and air brake endorsements within 14 days of hire, is required.   Accepting applications until Friday, August 29, 2008, at noon.

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Bus Operator (T&T) - $1,955/Month

Position is responsible for driving a bus to transport fare-paying passengers over established routes according to a time schedule.   Must show proof of CDL or proof of having passed the written portion of the CDL to apply.  Class B CDL with passenger and air brake endorsements within 14 days of hire, is required.   Accepting applications until Friday, August 29, 2008, at noon.

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Chief Civil Engineer (LUS) - $4,557 -$6,331/Month/DOE

Position is responsible, through a staff of Engineers and aides, for all activities of the Water / Waste Water Engineering division as well as design, specification, documentation, bid evaluation and construction inspection / management for all water production, treatment, distribution, waste water collection and waste water treatment facilities serving a population of approximately 100,000.Bachelors degree in Civil or Mechanical engineering and registration as a Professional Engineer with the State of Louisiana or a state granting reciprocal recognition of registration, is required. Accepting applications until Friday, August 29, 2008, at noon, or until filled.

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Engineer II -Civil (LUS) - $3,569 – $4,856/Month/DOE

Position is responsible for projects such as, but not limited to, in-house designed projects, contract administration of water and wastewater treatment plant construction projects, sewer lift station projects, water system extensions, and providing engineering assistance to the water and wastewater operations divisions.  Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university, and at least one year of service as an Engineer I, or equivalent, in another jurisdiction and possession of the Engineer Intern certificate by examination, in the State of Louisiana, is required.  Non-residents with an equivalent certification must obtain Louisiana certificate within one year of appointment. Accepting applications until Friday, August 29, 2008, at noon, or until filled.

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Engineering Aide III -Civil (LUS) - $2,259/Month

Position is responsible for construction inspection for residential and commercial projects associated with water and wastewater projects. May also assist with GIS, I&I program, surveys, and other related tasks.  High school with completion of two years college level mathematics/civil engineering courses, civil engineering technology and civil engineering experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.  Accepting applications until Friday, August 29, 2008, at noon.

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Labor Foreman II -Bridges (Public Works) - $1,955/Month

Position is responsible for supervision of crews engaged in the repair and maintenance of bridges.  High school diploma plus experience in the repair and maintenance of bridges.  On-call work required on a rotational basis.  Valid LA driver’s license required upon appointment.   Accepting applications until Friday, August 29, 2008, at noon.

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Personnel/Record Management Clerk (LUS-Fiber) - $1,893/Month

This is specialized work assisting in the maintenance and management of records for the Communications division of LUS.   Graduation from high school supplemented by college level or business school courses in secretarial science, business administration or statistics, and some experience in clerical or records management field; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.  Ability to type a minimum of 45 correct words per minute is required. Accepting applications until Friday, August 29, 2008, at noon.

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PURCHASING AND PROPERTY MANAGER (Finance) - $4,136-5,379/Month/DOE

 College coursework in accounting, business, or related, and experience working with Louisiana purchasing laws in a government /utility, is desired.  Professional experience in procurement of supplies, materials, contracted construction; compiling bid packages; interpreting contracts, as well as property management, is required.  Accepting applications until Friday, August 29, 2008, at noon, or until filled.

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