EQUIPMENT OPERATOR IV - SKYWORKER (2374)

Equipment Operator IV (Sky Worker) Jefferson Parish Civil Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Purpose of Announcement: Examination is announced to establish an employment list to fill one (1) current East Jefferson vacancy in the Department of Parkways. This employment list will also be used for future East and West Jefferson vacancies in various Departments as they occur. Kind of Work: The purpose of this position is to safely and efficiently operate a Sky Worker Bucket Truck for the principal task of trimming and cutting down trees, and to perform minor maintenance and servicing of the assigned equipment in accordance to existing safety programs, work standards, and procedures. Must be capable of operating equipment independently. Besides operating a Sky Worker Bucket Truck, 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 IV, as assigned by the department. Performs related work as required. 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.