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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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Engineer III (Civil) (LUS) - $3,936-$5,124/month DOE

Responsible for projects including contract administration of water/wastewater treatment plant construction, sewer lift station projects, water system extensions, consolidated sewage district projects, system analysis and design, and providing engineering support to the water and wastewater operations divisions.  Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, registration as a Professional Engineer in Louisiana, and experience with utility construction project management or an equivalent level of experience is required.  Accepting the first 80 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 (Public Works) - $2,047 - $2,707/month DOE

Position primarily operates a motor grader, but will also be expected to operate a tandem dump truck and backhoe.  Must show proof of having passed the written portion of the CDL to apply.  Class A CDL with Air Brake and Combination endorsements required with 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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Regional Library Manager (Library) - $3,747 - $4,878/Monthly/DOE

Position is responsible for management of a large regional library. Master's degree from an ALA-accredited Library and Information Science school and considerable professional library experience, including supervisory experience as a manager in library setting required. Accepting the first 80 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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Instrument, Control, and Electrical Technician (LUS) - $2,879 - $4,035/Month/DOE

Maintains all controls, instruments, electrical systems and related equipment in a natural gas fueled electric generation plant. Position is subject to 24-hour call and work is sometimes hazardous. High school supplemented by completed vocational/technical schools in industrial controls or industrial electricity, or related, and significant working experience in heavy industrial plant instrumentation, process control and electric systems is strongly desired. Apprenticeship may be required. 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 ScienceSchool 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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Programmer Analyst (GIS) (IS&T) - $3,241 - $4,215/Month/DOE

Position is responsible for implementation, trouble shooting, testing, and analyzing applications. Main focus of job will be GIS related. Bachelor’s degree in computer science, GIS or related and experience with ESRI products and programming languages such as .net, Arc Objects, VB, or closely related applications or incomplete college with increased experience in these areas required. Accepting the first 80 applications, or until filled.

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Engineer II (T&T) - $3,569/Month

Position is responsible for administering the traffic calming program.  Conducts traffic engineering studies, meets with citizens to solve traffic problems, completes bid packages, oversees installation of traffic calming devices, etc.  Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or closely related engineering degree, EIT and one year of related experience required.  Non-residents with an equivalent certification must obtain Louisiana certificate within one year of appointment.  Accepting the first 80 applications until Monday, January 28, 2008, at noon, or until filled.

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Network Administrator (IS&T) - $3,569-$4,647/Month/DOE

Responsible for acquisitions, operations and maintenance of all personal computer networks owned by LCG, as well as planning and implementing future systems.  BS in Computer Science with substantial experience in analyzing potential computer applications, preparing/evaluating specifications, as well as maintaining personal computer equipment with emphasis on installation, operations and maintenance of networks.  Experience with CISCO VoIP desired.  Substantial experience with designing, installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and supporting a complex network of Cisco routers, switches, firewalls and security devices required. Accepting the first 80 applications until Monday, February 4, 2008, at noon, 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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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 80 applications until Friday, March 7, 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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Plant Maintenance Mechanic II (Water) (LUS) - $2,616/Month

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.  Accepting the first 80 applications until Monday, March 31, 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 Instrument Mechanic I (LUS) - $2,491/Month

Performs routine maintenance on electrical control systems and instruments at both the Water Plants.  Successful applicants will have strong electrical/electronic knowledge base.  Position is subject to rotating 24-hour call.  Accepting the first 80 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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Painter I (Community Development) - $1,955/Month

Purpose of work is to apply paint and similar materials to exterior surfaces. High school and some experience in exterior painting work at the apprentice level; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.  Will wear respirators and Tyvek suits while performing work.  Valid LA driver’s license required upon employment.  Accepting the first 80 applications until Friday, May 2, 2008, at noon, or until filled.

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Programmer Analyst (IS & T) - $3,241 - $4,215/month/DOE

Positions are responsible for application support and development in client and mainframe environments.  Completed college level course work in computers or IT, and experience supporting both in-house and developed software applications and experience with SQL, VB, Microsoft Operating Systems, or Crystal reports at the Programmer Analyst level required.  Accepting the first 80 applications until Friday, May 2, 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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Fleet Mechanic Helper (Public Works) - $1,725/Month

Responsible for assisting Fleet Mechanics in the maintenance, repair, and servicing of a variety of automotive and heavy equipment, such as keeping mechanics supplied with materials, tools, and shop supplies, cleaning working areas and equipment, and performing routine maintenance.  Some knowledge of basic automotive repair is a plus.  Possession of a valid Louisiana Driver’s License required. Accepting the first 80 applications until Friday, May 9, 2008, at noon, or until filled.

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Communications Network Technician (Fiber) (LUS) - $2,491 - $3,466/month/DOE

Responsible for taking and resolving escalated technical trouble calls (Tier 2 support) from customers with cable TV, telephone, and internet service related problems.  Vocational technical training in electronics, telecommunications, computers, or related, supplemented by work experience in one or more of the following areas:  home electronics, voice and video concepts, high speed internet, networking, computers, and home wiring.  Accepting the first 80 applications until Friday, May 16, 2008, at noon, or until filled.

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GIS Technician (IS&T) - $2,941 - $3,675/month/DOE

Position is responsible for the day-to-day operation of creating and maintaining graphical and attributes data sets using Geographical Information System (GIS).  Completed college level course work in geography, computer science, planning, engineering, or related field with experience using ESRI GIS products required.  Accepting the first 80 applications until Friday, May 16, 2008, at noon, or until filled.

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Communications Installation Technician (LUS-Fiber) - $2,491 - $3,182/month/DOE

Positions in the class are skilled technicians primarily responsible for installation and troubleshooting of customer premise communications equipment and wiring for Fiber to the Home, including telephone, internet and cable TV. Vocational technical school in electronics or equivalent telecommunications specialties supplemented by working experience in computer networks as well as telecommunications.  Accepting the first 80 applications until Friday, May 23, 2008, at noon.

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Electrician II (Wastewater) (LUS) - $2,616/month

This is skilled electrical work involved in the analysis of complex electrical systems. Subject to working overtime or being on 24-hour call when necessary. Graduation from high school and experience working at the journeyman level with various electrical control systems in an industrial facility; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.  Accepting the first 80 applications until Friday, May 23, 2008, at noon.

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Janitor I (Parks and Recreation) - $1,173/month

Purpose of work is the performance of custodial and housekeeping duties in and around City-Parish buildings.  Ability to read and write, and some experience in janitorial work.  Accepting the first 15 applications until Friday, May 23, 2008, at noon.

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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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Maintenance Worker (Parks and Recreation) - $1,680/month

Work of this class involves maintenance and repair of buildings and auxiliary structures, repair and maintenance of a variety of mechanical and electrical equipment. Graduation from high school and experience in building, electrical, mechanical trades; or any equivalent combination of experience and training.  A valid LA Driver’s License is required.  Accepting the first 80 applications until Friday, May 23, 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 required.   Accepting the first 80 applications until Monday, June 2, 2008, at noon.

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Clerk II (Administration) - $1,421/Month

Graduation from high school and experience in general clerical work; or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Valid LA Driver’s License required.  Accepting the first 80 applications until Monday, June 2, 2008, at noon.

 

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Sign Shop Assistant (T&T) - $1,603/Month

Assist in the fabrication of traffic signs to FHWA specification using a computer-based electronic sign maker, screen printing, hand squeegee roller applicator, drill press, and related tools and equipment.  Graduation from high school supplemented by basic course work and some experience in art, graphics, drafting or related subjects; or any equivalent combination of training and experience is desired.  Accepting the first 80 applications until Monday, June 2, 2008, at noon.

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