Job Details
Salary : $28,778.00 Annually
Location : East Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA
Job Type: Permanent
Job Number: 2335-05R
Department: Central Garage - Tire Shop 3956
Opening Date: 03/24/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Jefferson Parish Civil Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Purpose of Announcement
EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL TWO (2) CURRENT EAST JEFFERSON VACANCIES IN THE DEPARTMENT OF CENTRAL GARAGE AND FOR FUTURE VACANCIES AS THEY OCCUR.
Kind of Work
Under the supervision of a journeyman mechanic, in shops and on the road, repairs and replaces automotive components of vehicles. This position performs the less complex or demanding automotive work such as engine tune-ups, changing oil and filters and brake-jobs. Provides general maintenance such as inspecting the oil, transmission and water in vehicles and equipment. Cleans the work area and parts. Assist mechanics in minor repairs and inspections. Employee ins this position will also be responsible for changing tires, replacing head lamps and wiper blades, and ordering parts for vehicle and equipment repairs. This position is also an essential, emergency duty status worker and may not be relieved of duty when the Parish President or her 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.
For the current vacancy in the Central Garage Tire Shop, the position is responsible for tire replacement and repair on a wide variety of vehicles such as: cars, trucks, crew vans, back-hoes, fire trucks, Vac-cons, etc.
Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination
Applicants must meet ONE of the following four options:
1. Current employment and permanent civil service status with Jefferson Parish; plus, at least six (6) months of experience assisting with the repair/maintenance of vehicles or motorized equipment in the Department of Fleet Management.
2. Current employment with Jefferson Parish and permanent civil service status as a Trades Helper, with at least six (6) months of experience assisting with the repair/maintenance of vehicles or motorized equipment.
3. At least one (1) year of experience assisting with the repair/maintenance of vehicles or motorized equipment.
4. At least nine (9) hours of coursework in Motor Vehicle Technology or a related field from an accredited college or vocational school.
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: 2335-05R
DATE: 07/10/20
AMENDED: 04/01/22
RE-OPENED: 03/24/23
Applications may be filed online at OR either of the office addresses below:
Application Offices
East Jefferson: Room 206, 12221 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 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-###-####.
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.
02
Please select the option that best describes your current employment and Jefferson Parish civil service status.
- I am a current Jefferson Parish employee with permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status in the class of Trades Helper.
- I am a current Jefferson Parish employee with permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status in a class other than Trades Helper.
- I am a current Jefferson Parish employee without permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status.
- I am not a current Jefferson Parish employee.
03
How many months and/or years of experience do you have assisting with maintenance and repair work on vehicles or motorized equipment
in the Jefferson Parish Department of Fleet Management?
- None
- Less than 6 months
- 6 months to less than 1 year
- 1 year to less than 2 years
- 2 years to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 4 years
- 4 years to less than 5 years
- 5 years or more
04
How many months and/or years of experience do you have assisting with maintenance and repair work on vehicles or motorized equipment?
- None
- Less than 6 months
- 6 months to less than 1 year
- 1 year to less than 2 years
- 2 years to less than 3 years
- 3 years to less than 4 years
- 4 years to less than 5 years
- 5 years or more
05
Describe your work experience in assisting with maintenance and repair work on vehicles or motorized equipment. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.
06
How many hours of coursework from an accredited college or vocational school have you completed in Motor Vehicle Technology or a related field?
- None
- Less than 3 credit hours
- 3 to less than 6 credit hours
- 6 to less than 9 credit hours
- 9 to less than 12 credit hours
- 12 to less than 15 credit hours
- 15 credit hours or more
07
The Jefferson Parish Personnel Department must verify all educational credentials. For College or Vocational Education, you must provide your official college transcripts and/or original college diploma. For High School Education, you must provide your original high school diploma or transcript. If you are claiming any additional educational credits or licenses on your application, please submit original, official proof of those credentials as well. To expedite the hiring process, we suggest you begin the process of obtaining this information
IMMEDIATELY. For
college transcripts, the College or University may mail them to: Jefferson Parish Personnel Department Attn: Recruitment Division 200 Derbigny St., Suite 3100 Gretna, LA 70053 OR The College or University may email the official transcripts to ...@jeffparish.net. For
college and/or high school diplomas, the original, official diploma must be brought into one of the Personnel Offices. Failure to submit Official Transcripts/Diplomas will result in the rejection of your application. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.
Required Question