SEWERAGE TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR (2661)

Jefferson Parish Civil Service Job Announcement Jefferson Parish Civil Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Purpose of Announcement Examination is announced to supplement the existing employment list to fill one (1) current West Jefferson vacancy in the Department of Sewerage. This employment list will also be used for future East and West Jefferson vacancies in this Department as they occur. Kind of Work The purpose of this position is to operate and maintain a major Waste Water Treatment Plant facility in Jefferson Parish in accordance with standards set by the Department of Sewerage and the state department of Environmental Quality and Federal E.P.A. Under the supervision of a higher classification operator and/or a Superintendent; work includes performing sample testing for various agents and agent parameters, i.e., dissolved oxygen levels, PH levels, particulate matter, chlorine residuals, and solids tests. Checks and records various data in logs and data sheets, i.e., scale readings, gallons processed, polymer and chlorine usage, sludge depths, sample test results, and daily activities performed. Pumps sludge to tank digesters; dismantles and clears choked and flooded equipment; assists in rebuilding and installing equipment. Monitors and adjusts setting and conditions as necessary, i.e., flow rates, chemical feeds, sludge levels, switching pumps, and computer alarms. Employee works on a rotating shift basis which involves day, weekend, and holiday schedules. 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. Progression toward obtaining the Class IV Wastewater Treatment license issued by the Louisiana State Department of Health and Hospitals is preferred by the Department once hired. Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination Applicants must meet one (1) of the following educational requirements: 1. Possession of a high school diploma. 2. Possession of a high school equivalency certificate. 3. Completion of Vocational/Trade School, not limited to short courses. PREFERRED: Preference will be given to candidates with college coursework from an accredited college or university and/or experience working in a Sewerage Treatment Plant, based upon quantity of coursework successfully completed and length and quality of experience gained. Kind of Examination (ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL) Written Test ---------------------------------- Weighted 100% The written test primarily evaluates aptitude and ability to learn the duties of the position. Posting No. 2661-13R Date: 01/09/09 Amended: 01/20/16 Re-Opened: 10/16/26 Benefits 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 available 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io. Special leaves of absence for military service, maternity leave, etc. may be granted in accordance with the Personnel Rules.