Jefferson Parish
WATER PURIFICATION OPERATOR - CLASS I (2762)
$26,857.00 Annually
Parish Wide - Jefferson Parish, LA
Permanent
2762-04R
Public Works - Water
07/22/2016
Continuous
$26,857.00 Annually
Parish Wide - Jefferson Parish, LA
Permanent
2762-04R
Public Works - Water
07/22/2016
Continuous
Purpose of Announcement
EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL FUTURE EAST AND WEST JEFFERSON VACANCIES IN THE WATER DEPARTMENT AS THEY OCCUR.
Kind of Work
Entry level position involving the operation of Water Purification Plant and minor mechanical/maintenance for various types of equipment and processes used in a major Water purification Plant. Operator must operate and/or monitor computers, pumps, motors, tanks, chemical feeders, levels, pressures, analyzers, and related equipment to insure the proper operation of the Purification Plant. Must handle hazardous chemicals used in the Water Treatment process such as chlorine and ammonia. Operator must be able to handle customer calls and dispatch maintenance crew for repairs. This class of work requires that all operators work on a rotating shift basis. 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.
Note: Employee will be required to obtain Class IV Water Treatment and Production certification from the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospital within the 6 years of initial employment.Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination
- Possession of a Class I Water Treatment License issued by the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals, Plus one of the following:1. Successful completion of high school; OR2. Possession of a high school equivalency certificate; OR3. Successful completion of Vocational/Trade school (not limited to short specific courses).
PREFERRED: Preference will be given to candidates with college coursework from an accredited college or university and/or experience in working in a Water Treatment Plant based upon the quantity of coursework and the length and quality of the work experience. 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: 2762-04R
DATE: 01/13/12
AMENDED: 10/10/14
RE-OPENED: 07/22/16
- Employer
- Jefferson Parish
- Phone
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(504) 364-2730
- Website
- http://www.jeffparish.net/jppd
- Address
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200 Derbigny Street, Suite 3100
Gretna, Louisiana, 70053
- Employer
- Jefferson Parish
- Phone
- (504) 364-2730
- Website
- http://www.jeffparish.net/jppd
- Address
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200 Derbigny Street, Suite 3100
Gretna, Louisiana, 70053
- WATER PURIFICATION OPERATOR - CLASS I (2762) Supplemental Questionnaire
- * QUESTION 1
- 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.
- * QUESTION 2
- Select the option that describes your highest level of education.
- * QUESTION 3
- Do you have a Class I Water Treatment License issued by the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals?
- * QUESTION 4
- The Jefferson Parish Personnel office must verify all educational credentials. Thus, you must submit a copy of your high school diploma or transcripts (non-official transcripts are acceptable), high school equivalency certificate, or proof of completion of Vocational/Trade school to the Jefferson Parish Personnel office. To expediate the hiring process, we suggest you begin the process of obtaining this information. Once obtained, please mail the information to the following address: Attn: Recruitment (Neo-Gov) Jefferson Parish Personnel Department 200 Derbigny St. Suite 3100 Gretna, LA 70053 Failure to submit this information will result in the rejection of your application. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.
- * QUESTION 5
- How many months and/or years of experience working in a Water Treatment Plant do you have?
- * QUESTION 6
- Describe your experience working in a Water Treatment Plant. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.
- * Required Question