The purpose of this position is to safely and efficiently operate a Vacuum Truck (such as Vactor, Vac-Con), and to perform minor maintenance and servicing of the assigned equipment in accordance to existing safety programs, work standards, and procedures. Besides operating a Vacuum Truck (such as Vactor, Vac-Con), the operator will be required to inspect and maintain the equipment's tire inflation; oil levels; leaks (oil, fuel, water, etc.); coolant in radiator; lights and signal devices; clear ... more details
Jefferson Parish Civil Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Purpose of Announcement
EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO SUPPLEMENT THE EXISTING EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL ONE (1) CURRENT EAST JEFFERSON VACANCIES IN THE DEPARTMENT OF SEWERAGE.
This employment list will also be used for FUTURE East & West Jefferson vacancies in various Departments.
Kind of Work
The purpose of this position is to safely and efficiently operate a Vacuum Truck (such as Vactor, Vac-Con), and to perform minor maintenance and servicing of the assigned equipment in accordance to existing safety programs, work standards, and procedures. Besides operating a Vacuum Truck (such as Vactor, Vac-Con), the operator will be required to inspect and maintain the equipment's tire inflation; oil levels; leaks (oil, fuel, water, etc.); coolant in radiator; lights and signal devices; clear and clean windows, lamp lenses, mirrors; and functioning windshield wipers. May also be required to operate all equipment assigned to lower level Equipment Operators, as well as all equipment assigned to the level of Equipment Operator IV, as assigned by the department. Depending on the assigned vehicles, Equipment Operator IV may be required to possess a valid Louisiana Class A Commercial Driver's License in order to perform the tasks associated with the position. Performs related work as required. This position is also an essential, emergency duty status worker and may not be relieved of duty when the Parish President or his designee recommends a voluntary or mandatory evacuation of Jefferson Parish.
Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination
Possession of a current Louisiana Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)* and an acceptable driving record; PLUS:
1. Minimum of three (3) months of verifiable, satisfactory work experience operating a Vacuum Truck, such as a Vactor or Vac-Con (or a minimum of three (3) months of adequate on-the-job training operating a Vacuum Truck, as certified by an appointing authority);
OR
2. Verifiable completion of an approved training course in the operation of a Vacuum Truck, such as a Vactor or Vac-Con.
*NOTE: A valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) from a state other than Louisiana is acceptable; however, once an offer of employment is made, applicants have ten (10) days to acquire the appropriate Louisiana CDL. Failure to obtain a Louisiana license will disqualify an applicant for permanent employment in this position.
Copies of licenses and certificates awarded for completion of training should be submitted with application.
Related education, experience, and/or professional certification(s) above and beyond the minimum qualifications will be required for consideration of an entrance salary above the minimum rate.
Kind of Examination
(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)
Non-Competitive - All persons meeting the stated requirements on this announcement will be issued an Employment Eligibility Letter for Equipment Operator IV (Vacuum Trucks) and have their name forwarded to appointing authorities when vacancies arise.
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