PUMP EQUIPMENT MECHANIC (2610)

Salary : $39,210.00 - $47,052.00 Annually

Location : West Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA

Job Type : Permanent

Job Number : 2610-11R

Department : Water - Treatment Plant 3901

Division : West Jefferson 3901-127

Opening Date : 09 / 22 / 2023

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 TWO (2) CURRENT WEST JEFFERSON VACANCIES IN THE WATER DEPARTMENT.

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 perform semi-skilled and skilled work involving the installation, maintenance, testing, and repair of such equipment as pumps, electric motors, blowers, humidifiers, variable speed drives, compressors, electronic / electrical controls, etc. For the current vacancies in the Water Department, the employees will be responsible for the inspection, maintenance and repair of the mechanical equipment in the Water Treatment Plant. Performs preventative maintenance duties include the repacking of the pumps, rebuilding of chlorine regulators, checking valves and maintaining pit levels. The employee will be responsible for the inspection of the equipment to ensure it is in proper working condition. These duties include the maintenance and changing of the chlorine in the regulators, checking for leaks in the pumps, inspection and removal of debris from the waste pits, servicing pumps, and greasing valves. The employee will be required to drive to various locations throughout Jefferson Parish to perform job tasks. This position is an essential, emergency duty status worker and may not be relieved of duty when the Parish President or her designee recommends a voluntary or mandatory evacuation of Jefferson Parish. Position requires driving of a Parish vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record will be given preference.

Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination

Current, permanent civil service status with Jefferson Parish; plus experience in a class assigned to assist a Pump Equipment Mechanic in the performance of the above duties; andcertification in writing by the appointing authority of demonstrated capability of journeyman-level work.

Six months of verifiable, satisfactory, full-time, paid, journeyman-level experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of various types of pumps and electric motors; including the responsibility for independently troubleshooting mechanical failures.

PREFERRED : Possession of a high school diploma or high school equivalency certificate.

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 but not to exceed the listed salary range.

Kind of Examination

ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)

The examination will consist of a written test, weighted 100%. It is designed to measure knowledge of and ability to perform maintenance and repair of pumps, motors, and related equipment. Applicants should supply complete and accurate information concerning their previous experience including a detailed description of the work, the names and addresses of all previous employers, and the dates of employment. The Personnel Department reserves the right to determine the quality and quantity of education and experience claimed for credit.

POSTING NO. 2610-11R

DATE : 10 / 05 / 2007

AMENDED : 05 / 03 / 19

RE-OPENED : 09 / 22 / 23

Applications may be filed online at OR either of the office addresses below :

Application Offices

East Jefferson : Room 206, 12221 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.

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.

Select the option that describes your highest level of education.

• Some High School
• High School Diploma / GED Certificate
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate

The Jefferson Parish Personnel Department must verify all educational credentials. For High School Education, you must provide your original high school diploma or transcript. For High School Equivalency Education, you must provide your original high school equivalency transcript or diploma.If you are claiming any additional educational credits or licenses on your application, please submit original, official proof of those credentials as well. To expedite the hiring process, we suggest you begin the process of obtaining this information IMMEDIATELY . For high school diploma / transcripts or high school equivalency diploma / transcripts , the original, official diploma or transcripts must be brought into one of the Personnel Offices. Failure to submit Official Transcripts / Diplomas will result in the rejection of your application. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.

To qualify for this position, you must be a current Jefferson Parish employee with permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status. Please select the option that best describes your current employment and Jefferson Parish civil service status.

Do you have experience in a class with Jefferson Parish Civil Service, where you were assigned to assist a Pump Equipment Mechanic in the performance of duties described in the Kind of Work section of this job announcement?

Can a Jefferson Parish appointing authority certify that you have demonstrated the capability of journey-man level work in this area?

Please list the Name, Job Title, and Department of the Appointing Authority who can verify your demonstrated capability of journeyman-level work.

How many months and / or years of full-time, paid journeyman-level experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of various types of pumps and electric motors do you have? Experience must include the responsibility for independently troubleshooting mechanical failures.

Describe your journeyman-level experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of various types of pumps and electric motors; including the responsibility for independently troubleshooting mechanical failures. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.

Required Question

Salary : $39,210 - $47,052