STATIONARY DIESEL SPECIALIST - HIGH ALTITUDE (2609)



Job Details

STATIONARY DIESEL SPECIALIST - HIGH ALTITUDE (2609)
Employer

Jefferson Parish

Salary

$32,060.00 Annually

Location

East Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA

Job Type

Permanent

Job Number

2609-03R

Department

Public Works - Drainage

Division

Drainage-EastBankPumpStationMainten 3301-089

Opening Date

04/13/2018

Closing Date

Continuous

Purpose of Announcement

EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL ONE (1) CURRENT EAST JEFFERSON VACANCY IN THE DEPARTMENT OF DRAINAGE.

This employment list may also be used for FUTURE East & West Jefferson vacancies in various Departments. 

Kind of Work

The purpose of this position is to inspect the readiness of stationary diesel engines for protecting against flooding conditions in the event of heavy rains. Employee performs skilled troubleshooting, diagnosis, and maintenance on stationary diesel engines, pumps, air compressors, and related auxiliary equipment, i.e., changing oil, greasing engines, packing bearings, changing filters and injection lines. Dismantles machinery, using hoists, hand and power tools, repairing or replacing worn or broken parts; performs skilled repair, rebuilding, and parts replacement on stationary diesel engines, pumps, air compressors and auxiliary equipment, i.e. air starters, transfer pumps, regulator valves, starter valves, safety shut off valves, vacuum pumps, and generators. Adheres to established preventive maintenance programs and schedules; provides written reports and recommendations regarding maintenance programs and equipment capabilities and maintenance requirements. Employee will be required to work in the Bucket Truck while on site. Employee will be responsible for driving to and from, and performing work at various locations throughout Jefferson Parish. 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.  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

Considerable, verifiable journeyman level experience in the repair and maintenance of large (350 HP and above) diesel engines.

Kind of Examination

(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)
 

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. The information is subject to verification and the Personnel Department reserves the right to determine the quality and quantity of education and experience claimed for credit.

JOB POSTING NO: 2609-03R
DATE: 03/25/16
RE-OPENED: 04/13/18

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
How many months and/or years of verifiable journeyman level experience do you have in the repair and maintenance of large (350 HP or above) diesel engines?
  • None
  • Less than 9 months
  • 9 months to less than 1 year
  • 1 year to less than 1 year 9 months
  • 1 year 9 months to less than 2 years 9 months
  • 2 years 9 months to less than 3 years 9 months
  • 3 years 9 months to less than 4 years 9 months
  • 4 years 9 months to less than 5 years
  • 5 years or more
03
Describe your journeyman level work experience with large (350 or above) diesel engines. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.

* Required Question

Employer
Jefferson Parish
Address
200 Derbigny Street, Suite 3100

Gretna, Louisiana, 70053
Phone
(504) 364-2730

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