EQUIPMENT OPERATOR III - LARGE MOWERS (2373)

Jefferson Parish; Harvey (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Parish in Harvey, LA is seeking to establish an eligible list for the position of Large Mowers Equipment Operator III to safely and efficiently operate large mowing equipment and perform basic maintenance in accordance with safety programs and procedures.

The role includes inspecting equipment, maintaining tires, oil, leaks and fluids, and may require driving a parish vehicle with an appropriate license. The job is subject to standby, call outs, and emergency duty status.

Qualifications

• Verifiable, satisfactory experience operating Large Mowers (such as Multi-Reel Gang, Slope Mower, Triple Flail, or similar).
• Completion of approved training course in operating Large Mowers (such as Multi-Reel Gang, Slope Mower, Triple Flail, or similar).
• Current Civil Service employees with Jefferson Parish MUST receive signed verification from an appointing authority of satisfactory, on-job training to operate Large Mowers (such as Multi-Reel Gang, Slope Mower, Triple Flail, or similar).

Responsibilities

• Operate Large Mowers and inspect/maintain equipment (tires, oil levels, leaks, coolant, lights, wipers).
• Perform light laboring work with or without hand tools when not operating equipment.
• Possess a valid Louisiana Driver's License (Class D) to perform tasks as assigned and drive parish vehicles.

Skills

Large Mowers operation

Job description

EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBLE LIST TO FILL ONE (1) CURRENT WEST JEFFERSON VACANCY IN THE DEPARTMENT OF DRAINAGE.

This employment list will also be used for future EAST AND WEST Jefferson vacancies in various Departments as they occur.

The purpose of this position is to safely and efficiently operate Large Mowers (such as Multi-Reel Gang, Slope Mower, Triple Flail, or similar), and to perform minor maintenance and servicing of the assigned equipment in accordance to existing safety programs, work standards, and procedures. Besides operating Large Mowers (such as Multi-Reel Gang, Slope Mower, Triple Flail, or similar), the operator will be required to inspect and maintain the equipment's tire inflation; oil levels; leaks (oil, fuel, water, etc.); coolant in radiator; lights and signal devices; clear and clean windows, lamp lenses, mirrors; and functioning windshield wipers. May also be required to operate all equipment assigned to lower level Equipment Operators, as well as all equipment assigned to the level of Equipment Operator III, as assigned by the department. Operator may perform laboring work with or without hand tools when not operating equipment. Depending on the assigned vehicles, Equipment Operator III's may be required to possess a valid Louisiana Standard (Class E), Chauffeur's (Class D), or Commercial (Classes A, B, C) Driver's License in order to perform the tasks associated with the position. Performs related work as required. This position is subject to standby and call outs. 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.

NOTE - The current vacancy requires driving of a Parish vehicle necessitating a Class D license, thus possession of a valid Class D Driver's License and acceptable driving record will be given preference.

Applicants must meet one (1) of the following:

1. Verifiable, satisfactory experience operating Large Mowers (such as Multi-Reel Gang, Slope Mower, Triple Flail, or similar).
2. Completion of approved training course in operating Large Mowers (such as Multi-Reel Gang, Slope Mower, Triple Flail, or similar).
3. Current Civil Service employees with Jefferson Parish MUST receive signed verification from an appointing authority of satisfactory, on-job training to operate Large Mowers (such as Multi-Reel Gang, Slope Mower, Triple Flail, or similar).

Copies of licenses and certificates awarded for completion of training should be submitted with application.

ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL

NON-COMPETITIVE - All persons meeting the stated requirements on this announcement will be issued an Employment Eligibility letter for Large Mowers - Equipment Operator III and have their names forwarded to the appointing authority when vacancies arise.

JOB POSTING NO. 2373M-10R

DATE: 01/24/14

AMENDED: 04/15/16

RE-OPENED: 11/14/25