EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I (2371)

LED FastStart • Gretna, LA

6d

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Equipment Operator I safely and efficiently operates light tractor-drawn equipment, such as mowers and bush hogs up to 10 feet wide, and performs minor equipment maintenance and servicing. The employee cuts grass, trims trees, spreads sand, and loads trucks with materials for delivery to work sites or dumps. The employee may also assist with moving equipment between jobs or around the yard when equipment is disabled. Depending on assigned vehicles, a valid Louisiana Standard (Class E) or Chauffeur’s (Class D) Driver’s License may be required. Other related work is performed as needed.

The posting identifies two current West Jefferson vacancies, one current East Jefferson vacancy, and future vacancies as they occur.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 18 years.
• Meet at least one of the following: current employment and permanent civil service status with Jefferson Parish; possession of a high school diploma or equivalent; or verifiable, satisfactory work experience or certifiable completion of a training program in operating and maintaining light tractor-drawn equipment, such as riding mowers or bush hogs.
• Depending on assigned vehicles, a valid Louisiana Standard (Class E) or Chauffeur’s (Class D) Driver’s License may be required.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate light tractor-drawn equipment, such as mowers and bush hogs up to 10 feet wide.
• Perform minor maintenance and servicing of equipment.
• Cut grass, trim trees, and/or spread sand.
• Load trucks with materials to be delivered to work sites or dumps.
• Assist in moving equipment between jobs or around the yard when equipment is disabled.
• Perform related work as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed