EQUIPMENT OPERATOR III - STREET FLUSHER TRUCK (2373)

Street Flusher Truck - Equipment Operator III

Examination is announced to establish an employment list to fill one (1) current West Jefferson vacancy in the Department of Parkways and future vacancies as they occur.

The purpose of this position is to safely and efficiently operate a Street Flusher Truck, and to perform minor maintenance and servicing of the assigned equipment in accordance to existing safety programs, work standards, and procedures. Under direct supervision, this position is to receive, promptly understand, and satisfactorily complete all work orders as directed by the Field Supervisor II or other appropriate supervisory personnel. Besides operating a Street Flusher Truck, 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 III, as assigned by the department. Depending on the assigned vehicles, Equipment Operator III's 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. Performs related work as required. This position is an essential, emergency duty status worker and may not be relieved of duty when the Parish President or their designee recommends a voluntary or mandatory evacuation of Jefferson Parish.

Possession of a current Louisiana Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

• and an acceptable driving record; PLUS, applicants must meet one (1) of the following :
• Verifiable, satisfactory experience operating a Street Flusher Truck.
• Completion of approved training course in operating a Street Flusher Truck.
• Certification by an appointing authority that applicant has been adequately trained to operate a Street Flusher Truck.
• 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.

Applications may be filed online at http : / / www.jeffparish.net / departments / personnel OR either of the office addresses below :

East Jefferson : Room 206, 12221 Elmwood Park Blvd. Jefferson, LA 70123

West Jefferson : Suite 3100, 200 Derbigny St. Gretna, LA 70053