EQUIPMENT OPERATOR IV - VACUUM TRUCKS (2374)

Salary: $41,946.00 - $50,335.00 Annually Location : East Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA Job Type: Permanent Job Number: 2374V-13R Department: Sewerage - East Bank 3851 Division: Collection Lines 3851-120 Opening Date: 05/17/2024 Closing Date: Continuous Jefferson Parish Civil Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Purpose of Announcement EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO SUPPLEMENT THE EXISTING EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL FOUR (4) CURRENT EAST JEFFERSON VACANCIES AND ONE (1) CURRENT WEST JEFFERSON VACANCY IN VARIOUS PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENTS. This employment list will also be used for future EAST AND WEST Jefferson vacancies in various Departments as they occur. 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. JOB POSTING NO. 2374V-12R DATE: 03/07/08 AMENDED: 02/23/18 RE-OPENED: 05/17/24 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) commercial 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 CDL. Failure to acquire the appropriate Louisiana CDL 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 Which of the following driver's license endorsements do you have on your current driver's license? (Select all that apply) "T" Double/Triple Trailers "P" Passenger "N" Tank Vehicles "H" Hazardous Materials "X" Combination Tank Vehicles and Hazardous Materials "S" School Bus I do not possess any of the above listed endorsements. 06 How many months and/or years of verifiable, satisfactory experiencing operating a Vacuum truck (i.e. Vactor, Vac-Con, Vac-all, etc.) do you have? None Less than 3 months 3 months to less than 6 months 6 months to less than 1 year 1 year to less than 1 year 6 months 1 year 6 months 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 07 Describe your work experience operating a Vacuum truck. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained. 08 How many months and/or years of adequate on-the-job training operating a Vacuum truck have you had?Training must be able to be certified by a Jefferson Parish Appointing Authority. None Less than 3 months 3 months to less than 6 months 6 months to less than 1 year 1 year to less than 1 year 6 months 1 year 6 months to less than 2 years 2 years or more 09 List when and where your on-the job training in operating a Vacuum truck took place. Please include the Name, Job Title, and Department of the Appointing Authority who can verify your adequate on-the-job training in operating a Vacuum truck. 10 Have you completed a training course(s) in the operation of a Vacuum truck (i.e. Vactor, Vac-Con, Vac-all, etc.)? Yes No 11 Please indicate the folowing regarding each of your Vacuum truck equipment 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) 12 Below are questions regarding your knowledge of the Vacuum Truck equipment. Please answer each question as accurately and thoroughly as possible. What would you do in order to start the Rear Engine of the truck? 13 What would you do in order to start the Vacuum Pump System? 14 What type of maintenance needs to be performed on the truck? 15 How would you get rid of the excess water from the debris tank? 16 How would you get rid of the debris from the debris tank? Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04