Trades Worker, Gas

Position Summary

The purpose of this classification is to perform a variety of skilled maintenance tasks including the installation, maintenance and repair of a utility system, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting and heating and air conditioning repair. Positions in the Gas Department are subject to 24‑hour call.

• Receives work orders; maintains related records on work performed; stocks trucks and vehicles with equipment, tools and materials needed to complete work.
• Repairs leaks on faucets, drains, pumps, hot water tanks, piping and valves; repairs piping, hose, fittings, adapters, couplings, broken valves and wood components.
• Performs skilled carpentry duties; constructs forms; hangs doors; installs door closures and hardware; repairs damaged drywall, plaster, roofing, doors and broken tiles; repairs or replaces window frames and broken windows.
• Performs electrical maintenance activities and routine repairs; unloads, sorts and stacks transformers; climbs poles to connect services and fix street lights.
• Performs skilled tasks related to the maintenance, repair and installation of the natural gas distribution system.
• Performs other related maintenance duties including painting, landscaping, tree trimming, limb removal, sanitation tasks, routine vehicle maintenance, cleaning and event set‑up/clean‑up.
• May perform pole installation and maintenance tasks; assists in digging holes for pole installation; holds and aims poles; sets anchors; pulls equipment, wires and materials up poles for installation; installs ground rods.
• Estimates time, materials and equipment required for jobs assigned; requisitions materials as required.
• Uses and operates a variety of hand and power tools, bucket trucks, forklifts and related equipment to complete tasks.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations.

High school diploma or GED; sufficient skilled maintenance experience in the area of assignment, such as electrical, natural gas, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry and related areas; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Specific training or certification in a specialized trade may be required.

Must possess a valid driver’s license. Will need to obtain and maintain a valid State of Louisiana driver’s license at time of appointment and throughout employment for this classification. Must possess and maintain any state or federal certifications required in the field of assignment.

Gas Department staff must obtain certifications required by the Office of Pipeline Safety within six (6) months of hire.

We offer a complete benefits package to full‑time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long‑term disability, holidays, vacation, sick leave and a wellness clinic for employees.

The City of Alexandria is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, color, religion, national origin, or disability.