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WATER PURIFICATION OPERATOR - HELPER (2760)

Jefferson Parish Government

Posted 09/15/23

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200 Derbigny Street, Suite 3100, Gretna, LA 70053

Inactive
Full-Time
Entry level
Government and Military
In Person

Job Description

Kind of Work

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 the 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.

Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination

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

1. Current employment with Jefferson Parish and permanent civil service status in a related classification; 

OR

2. One (1) year of paid work experience performing related manual work.

Salary

$24,948.00 Annually


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About Jefferson Parish Government

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Jefferson, Louisiana is a diverse community sprawling the southern shore of Lake Pontchartrain and ending sixty miles later on the beaches of the Gulf of  Mexico.  Nestled next to our famous neighbor, New Orleans. Our communities are comprised of modern high rises, historic homes, fishing piers, Mississippi River views, marsh land, contemporary and old world restaurants, flourishing industrial parks, and family-friendly green spaces. An area of rapid growth and business development over the past several decades, Jefferson has the ability to offer venues and accommodations to a broad spectrum.  With two major convention centers and numerous recreational  facilities Jefferson hosts conferences, meetings, exhibits, theatrical performances, and sports  tournaments. 

The Jefferson Parish Personnel Department strives to serve the public by providing the means by which the general public and current employees can learn of, apply for, and fairly compete for Parish employment opportunities. The Personnel Department further seeks to enable the Departments of Jefferson Parish to make informed decisions regarding civil service employment and assist in the appointment of qualified candidates for those Department's positions.