MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT II (2201)

Job Title

Jefferson Parish Civil Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Purpose of Announcement

Examination is announced to supplement the existing eligibility list to fill two (2) current East Jefferson vacancies and seven (7) current West Jefferson vacancies in the Streets Department; one (1) current West Jefferson vacancy in the Water Department; and one (1) current East Jefferson vacancy in the Parkways Department. This employment list will also be used for future East and West Jefferson vacancies in various Departments as they occur.

Kind of Work

Under direct supervision is responsible for manual semi-skilled laboring work in ONE OR MORE of the following categories: Asphalt Raker, Catch Basin Builder, Cement Finisher, Jack-Hammer Operator, Tire Repairer, Water Services, and Sewerage Services. Work is usually performed outdoors under varied weather conditions. Certain positions require driving of a Parish vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record will be given preference on such positions. NOTE: Selective certification of eligibles with a valid Louisiana Class D driver's license or higher will be used in filling some vacancies.

Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination

Applicants must be at least 18 years-of-age and meet at least ONE of the following:

• Current employment with Jefferson Parish and permanent civil service status in the class of Maintenance Assistant I or Groundskeeper.
• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Sufficient, paid experience performing related manual work.

Kind of Examination

(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL) NON-COMPETITIVE - All persons meeting the stated requirements on this announcement will be issued an Employment Eligibility letter for Maintenance Assistant II and have their name forwarded to the appointing authority when vacancies arise. Posting No. 2201-03A Date: 02/22/08 Amended: 02/01/19

Application Offices

East Jefferson: Room 206, 1221 Elmwood Park Blvd. Jefferson, LA 70123

West Jefferson: Suite 3100, 200 Derbigny St. Gretna, LA 70053

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.