Water Purification Operator - Helper

examination is announced to establish an employment list to fill two (2) current east jefferson vacancies and two (2) current west jefferson vacancies all in the department of water.

this employment list will also be used for future east and west jefferson vacancies in this department as they occur.

under direct supervision, the purpose of the position is to directly assist the water purification operator in the performance of the duties required to operate a water treatment plant. The position will perform a variety of jobs around the water treatment plant such as assisting the water purification operator by passing tools; gathering parts and materials; assist in repairing pumps; replacing packing in the pumps and precipitators;

assisting with changing out empty chlorine tanks; and helping with the setting up ladders to climb into the tanks.

the goal of this position is for the employee to gain enough knowledge about the equipment to become a water purification operator. Performs related work as required. This position will be required to travel to assist in servicing the grand isle facility. 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.

position requires driving of a parish vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record will be given preference.

applicants must be at least 18 years-of-age and meet one of the following qualifying options:

• current employment with jefferson parish and permanent civil service status in a related classification;
• one (1) year of paid work experience performing related manual work.

the examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, an oral panel interview or any combination thereof. Acceptable applicants will be notified of the time, date, and place of any assembled testing. Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment.

job posting no: 2760-01
date: 05/26/23