PIPELAYER (Pay Grade 18) Local Union 459 AFSCME

Salary: $21.05 - $34.35 HourlyLocation : New Castle, DEJob Type: Regular Full-timeJob Number: 00061Department: Public WorksOpening Date: 10/31/2024Closing Date: 11/15/2024 11:59 PM EasternIMPORTANT INFORMATION In accordance with the Merit System Rules and Regulations, an eligible list, which will be valid for a one-year period and which will be used to fill vacancies during that period, is being established for this classification. Applicants on the eligible list will be certified in accordance with the Merit System and appropriate union contracts. Candidates may submit online employment applications using the NEOGOV online application system available at . EXAMINATION PROCESS: The examination process for this posting may include an evaluation of training and experience, a written examination, a computerized exam, an oral board interview examination, a performance examination or any combination of the above in order to qualify applicants for placement on the eligible list. The eligible list will be used to fill vacancies that occur within the next year. The appropriate number of names on the eligible list as prescribed by Merit System Section 26.03.505 will be certified to the hiring department for consideration to fill the vacant position(s).New employees are generally hired at the starting salary and may be eligible for merit increases each year upon receipt of a satisfactory performance evaluation, up to the maximum salary. New Castle County is an Equal Opportunity EmployerJOB DESCRIPTIONGENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs semi-skilled manual work in connection with the installation of pipe or the removal and replacement of one or more sections of broken pipe in a sewer line in which sewage is flowing; does related work as required. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: An employee in this class performs routine work consisting of manual tasks requiring some skills. The duties require heavy physical labor in laying pipe or removing and replacing sections of broken pipe and related construction tasks. This employee works under the immediate supervision of a Pipelayer Supervisor who lays out the details of each specific assignment and constantly checks the work in progress and upon completion. This employee normally works under conditions involving a certain degree of risk in the close confines of trenches of varying depths and stability conditions. The work is frequently complicated by the presence of other utilities in the trench such as gas, electric, water, and telephone. This employee must demonstrate a willingness to learn to perform assignments of progressively increasing difficulty, must read blueprints, and consistently work to line and grade in restricted situations and frequently in raw sewage.EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative only)Lays various types of pipe, particularly those used in sanitary sewer and stormwater construction;Grades and smooths the bottom of a trench to specified elevation using a shovel or other hand tools, and places bedding material when required;Guides pipe section into position as it is lowered into trench using a rope or hoist;Inserts spigot end of pipe into bell end of previously laid section;Adjusts pipe to line and grade and positions pipe using bedding stone;Reads blueprints to verify accuracy of line construction or to determine where to lay out line;Seals joints with materials such as cement, molten lead or leadite;Selects, measures and cuts off pipe as required;Places fill and compacts;Lowers bracing timbers by hand or by use of rope and sets screwjacks;Digs earth away from pipes in trench using a pick and shovel;Builds forms, makes braces, and performs other tasks in pipe construction;Performs the work of a Maintenance and Construction Worker when not performing the above tasks;May drive a pick-up vehicle or van;Promotes an ongoing attitude of dedication to excellent public service and ensures that external and internal customers are provided with the highest quality of service;Operates a personal computer and other related equipment in the course of the work.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Some knowledge of, and the ability to learn, a variety of semi-skilled manual tasks associated with the construction of pipe lines; ability to understand and follow blueprints with supervisory assistance; good knowledge of the types of pipe and the basic principles of measuring and cutting pipe; ability to lift heavy objects and articles; ability to understand oral and written instructions; willingness to perform heavy manual work for extended periods of time under varying weather conditions; ability and willingness to follow safety rules and regulations connected with pipe construction activities; stamina.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: At least one (1) year of experience in maintenance and construction work, preferably working in a pipelaying operation or related work, and possession of a high school diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of experience, education or training directly related to the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid Delaware Class D driver's license or its equivalent. Must pass a Class II County physical examination and background check. CONTACT INFORMATION Lisa TuckerExecutive Assistant IIIOffice of Human Insurance: Starts the first of the month following a 60-day waiting period from the date of hire. Charges for coverage vary depending on type and level of coverage chosen. The following plans are currently available through Highmark (Comprehensive 80% Plan; a PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) and an EPO (Exclusive Provider Organization) and Aetna (Open Access HMO.) Deductibles and co-pays may also apply. Dental Insurance: Starts the first of the month following a 60-day waiting period from date of hire. Currently, there are two PPO options and an HMO option. Charges vary depending on type and level of coverage chosen. Sick Leave: Accumulates at the rate of one day for each completed month of service, beginning after the first full month of employment. Vacation: Vests on December 31 of the calendar year preceding the vacation year. Vested vacation is to be used in the 12 months following the vesting date. Employees are entitled to vacation as follows: Less than 12 months service1 day for each completed month of service to a maximum of 10 days 1 - 4 years of service10 days of vacation 5 - 9 years of service15 days of vacation 10 - 14 years of service20 days of vacation 15 years of service25 days of vacation 15+ years of service25+ days of vacation (an additional day for each successive year of service)Holidays: 13-1/2 paid holidays per year (1/2 day on Christmas Eve). Life Insurance: Provided by the County in the amount of one and one-half times your salary. Minimum benefit$50,000; Maximum benefit$200,000. Pension: Employee contributory amount of three percent of base salary to defined benefit plan. County will make a non-elective contribution of one percent of base salary to defined contribution account. In addition, the County will also make an annual matching contribution of one hundred percent of employee's contribution, up to a maximum of two percent to defined contribution account. 10-year vesting. Deferred Compensation Plan:Optional employee contributory plan available. Additional Benefits: Salary increases each year dependent upon appropriate negotiated increase and/or merit increases; Credit Union, Blood Bank, Sick Leave Bank (after two years of service), Fitness Center, and an Employee Assistance Program are all benefits available to employees at no cost. Supplemental Benefits: Flexible Spending Accounts (medical reimbursement and dependent care), additional life insurance, vision, group accident, group hospital indemnity, group disability, and critical care insurance are also available at an additional cost to the employee. Union Affiliation: Some positions are affiliated with a local bargaining unit, and, therefore, will require a monthly dues deduction ranging from $23 to $46.65 per month. Special Note: The above benefits are subject to change. For detailed information on any of the above, contact the Office of Human Resources at (302) .Revised: 12/15/1501 Do you have at least one (1) year of experience in maintenance and construction work, preferably working in a pipelaying operation or related work? If yes, please describe in detail. 02 Do you possess a valid Delaware Class D driver's license or its equivalent? If so, please include your driver's license number, state of issuance and expiration date. 03 Do you possess a high school diploma or GED? Required Question

Created: 2024-11-05