The Lansing Board of Water & Light (BWL) has an opening for two (2) Construction Mechanic Assistants in Lansing, MI, as part of the  International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, AFL-CIO, Local Union 352.

　　Position Summary:

　　Assists Construction Mechanics in areas including rough and finish carpentry, general repair work including plumbing, welding, roofing, masonry, concrete work, vac truck work, scaffolding and excavation work for ductsMaintains lawns, spuds coal and performs other manual labor dutiesEssential Functions:

　　Assists in various phases of Construction Mechanic trade including, but not limited to:  digging ditches, repairing railroad tracks, cleaning precipitators, etcPerforms landscaping work including sodding and sod repair, lawn repairs, lawn mowing, and snow plowing workPerforms excavation work, shores excavations, installs hand-holes, and performs concrete and duct installationsPerforms minor carpentry work, and roofingSets up and performs precipitator washesAssists in the operation of industrial vac truck to clean various pits, boilers, manholes, etcAssists Plant coal operationsCleans oil spills when requiredOperates various pieces of mobile equipment including lowboys, forklifts, power scaffolds, and Hilti machineClimbs and works from ladders and scaffoldsPrepares road cuts and cleans ductsPerforms ceiling work as necessaryPerforms general laborer dutiesLearns to operate large pumpsPerforms other duties as directed or necessitated by job responsibilitiesRequired to follow BWL safety manual rules and wear required personal protective equipmentAttends all training for safety awareness and skills improvement as required by supervisor, BWL or governmental agency such as MIOSHAWhy Should You Apply?

　　Competitive salary, employee development, and opportunity for professional growthRobust time off benefits including vacation, free choice, sick leave, paid holidaysComprehensive benefits package including medical, prescription, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, employee assistance programRetirement programs including 401a (100% company paid up to 13% of base salary), 457 match up to $2,500 per year, retiree medicalVoluntary benefits including supplemental and dependent life insurance, vision, flexible spending, AFLAC options, LifeLock anti-theft, long term care, tuition reimbursement, HOPE loanAbout LBWL:

　　The Board of Water & Light serves Lansing, Michigan, and surrounding areas with electricity, water, and steamLansing's city charter vests the BWL with full and exclusive management of water, steam, and electric services for the cityThe American Public Power Association has honored the Lansing Board of Water & Light as one of the country's best publicly-owned utilitiesThe Location:

　　Lansing, MI provides the opportunity to enjoy all seasons of fun and beauty. With the Grand River open for kayaking, lush golf courses, 17+ miles of trails for biking/hiking/running, Potter Park Zoo, and the sports, the arts and fine foods that comes from being near a major University, Michigan State University, there is a spot for everyone. The area is a short drive from Lake Michigan's shore line where there is views of natural beauty, boating, fishing, and windsurfing.Pay Range: $25.30 - $37.79 per hour