EQUIPMENT OPERATOR III - STREET FLUSHER TRUCK (2373)

Salary: $36,474.00 Annually Location : West Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA Job Type: Permanent Job Number: 2373F-03R Department: Parkways - West Bank 3052 Opening Date: 10/03/2025 Closing Date: Continuous Jefferson Parish Civil Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Purpose of Announcement 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. Kind of Work 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. Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination 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. 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 Street Flusher Truck - Equipment Operator III and have their name forwarded to the appointing authority when vacancies arise. JOB POSTING NO: 2373F-03R DATE: 07/22/16 RE-OPENED: 10/03/25 Applications may be filed online at OR either of the office addresses below: Application Offices East Jefferson: Room 206, 1221 Elmwood Park Blvd. Jefferson, LA 70123 West Jefferson: Suite 3100, 200 Derbigny St. Gretna, LA 70053 JEFFERSON PARISH CIVIL SERVICE BENEFITS Vacation (Annual Leave) Employees accumulate one half day of paid vacation for every two weeks worked. Leave accrual rates increase with years of service. Any unused annual leave is usually paid upon separation from Parish Employment. Sick Leave Employees accumulate one half day of paid sick leave for every two weeks worked. Sick leave is available for personal illness, injury or medical consultations. Holidays Nine paid official holidays are observed, plus any holidays declared by Parish Officials. Life Insurance All regular employees receive a life insurance policy equal to one year's salary. Extra insurance may be purchased. Medical Insurance An HMO medical insurance plan is avalable for employees and their dependents. Jefferson Parish pays 80% of the premium for employees and 50% of the premiums for dependents. A Flexible Benefits Plan Employees have the opportunity to save money by paying for health insurance and optional insurance with pre-tax dollars. A Flexible Savings Account for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care is also available. Retirement Most regular employees belong to the Parochial Employees' Retirement System instead of the Social Security System. For employees hired after January 01, 2007, a pension calculated at 3% of salary per year of service is provided upon retirement at age 67 with 7 years of service, age 62 with 10 years of service, or age 55 with 30 years of service. Tenure Payment Employees are paid $25 per year of service in December of each year. Employees must have worked two years before the first check is paid. Deferred Compensation Plan(457b plan) Similar to 401K programs, the 457b Deferred Plan allows employees to defer up to $14,000 of pretax income each year to supplement retirement savings. Pre-tax contributions can be cashed in upon retirement or termination without penalty. This plan is provided by Nationwide Retirement Solutions 1-877-677-3678. Special leaves of absence for military service, maternity leave, etc. may be granted in accordance with the Personnel Rules. 01 The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to complete these questions so that we may initially determine your eligibility for this position. A lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. This means you will be ineligible for further consideration in this recruitment process. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement. Yes No 02 The job positions within this classification require a Class B (or higher) driver's license. Please select the option that best describes your current driver's license: Class E personal vehicle driver's license issued by the State of Louisiana. Personal vehicle driver's license issued by a state other than Louisiana. Class D chauffeur's driver's license issued by the State of Louisiana. Chauffeur's driver's license issued by a state other than Louisiana. Class A commercial driver's license issued by the State of Louisiana. Class A commercial driver's license issued by a state other than Louisiana. Class B commercial driver's license issued by the State of Louisiana. Class B commercial driver's license issued by a state other than Louisiana. Class C commercial driver's license issued by the State of Louisiana. Class C commercial driver's license issued by a state other than Louisiana. I have a driver's license issued from a state other than Louisiana in a class not included on this list. I do not have a current driver's license of any kind. 03 A valid Class B (or higher) driver's license issued by a state other than Louisiana is acceptable for application. However, once an employment offer is extended, an applicant will have ten (10) days to obtain the required Louisiana license. Failure to obtain a Louisiana license will disqualify an applicant for permanent employment in this position. Please check "yes" to indicate that you have read and understand the above driver's license requirement. Yes No 04 Please provide the following information regarding your Driver's License: A) State that issued your LicenseB) Driver's License NumberC) License ClassD) Expiration Date 05 How many months and/or years of verifiable, satisfactory experience operating a Street Flusher Truck do you have? None Less than 6 months 6 months to less than 1 year 1 year to less than 2 years 2 years to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 4 years 4 years to less than 5 years 5 years or more 06 Describe your experience operating a Street Flusher Truck. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained. 07 Have you completed any training course(s) in operating a Street Flusher Truck? Yes No 08 Please indicate the following regarding each of your Street Flusher Truck training course(s): a) Name of the training course(s) b) Date of Completion of the course(s) c) Name of Organization which provided the course(s) 09 Can a Jefferson Parish appointing authority certify that you have been adequately trained to operate a Street Flusher Truck? Yes No 10 Please list the Name, Job Title, and Department of the Appointing Authority who can verify your adequate training in operating a Street Flusher Truck. Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04