Job Description
Posting number: 2373B-03A
Department: Parish-Wide
Job classification: Equipment Operator III
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Public Works, Trades, Water Agency, Parks and Recreation, Construction Maintenance, Drivers
EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO SUPPLEMENT THE EXISTING EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL FIVE (5) CURRENT EAST JEFFERSON VACANCIES IN THE DEPARTMENTS OF WATER (3 VACANCIES) AND PARKS & RECREATION (2 VACANCIES) ANDEIGHT (8) CURRENT WEST JEFFERSON VACANCIES IN THE DEPARTMENTS OF SEWERAGE (1 VACANCY), WATER (6 VACANCIES), AND STREETS (1 VACANCY).
This employment list will also be used for future EAST AND WEST Jefferson vacancies in various Departments as they occur.
Examples of duties
The purpose of this position is to safely and efficiently operate and maintain the Backhoe and other assigned equipment according to existing safety programs, work standards, and procedures. Besides operating the Backhoe equipment, the operator will be required to inspect and maintain the equipment's tire inflation; crankcase oil levels; leaks (oil, fuel, water, etc.); coolant in radiator; lights and signal devices; clear and clean glasses, lamp lenses, mirrors; and functioning windshield wipers. The operator will also be responsible for loading and unloading the backhoe onto trailer for transportation. Operator may be required to perform laboring work with or without hand tools when not operating equipment. Performs related work as required.
Depending on the other assigned vehicles for a particular position, Equipment Operator III - Backhoe Operators may be required to possess a valid Louisiana Standard (Class E), Chauffeur's (Class D), or Commercial (Classes A, B, C) Driver's License in order to perform the tasks associated with the position.
The current vacancies all require driving of a Parish vehicle necessitating a Class A license, thus possession of a valid Class A driver's license and acceptable driving record will be given preference.
Qualifications
Applicants must meet one (1) of the following:
I. Current employment with Jefferson Parish; PLUS, completion of the Jefferson Parish Backhoe Safety Training Program or certification by an appointing authority that the applicant has been adequately trained to operate a Backhoe.
II. Verifiable, satisfactory experience operating a Backhoe.
III. Completion of an approved training course in operating a Backhoe.
NOTE: Copies of licenses and certificates awarded for completion of training should be submitted with the application.
Supplemental information
(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)
NON-COMPETITIVE - All persons meeting the stated requirements on this announcement will be issued an Employment Eligibility letter for Backhoe Operator - Equipment Operator III and have their name forwarded to the appointing authority when vacancies arise.
JOB POSTING NO. 2373B-03A
DATE: 02/22/08
AMENDED:08/07/26
