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Salary : $35,106.00 Annually
Location : East Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA
Job Type: Permanent
Job Number: 2271-02A
Department: Water - Utilities 3907
Division: East Jefferson Meters 3907-126
Opening Date: 08/22/2025
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 ONE (1) CURRENT EAST JEFFERSON VACANCY IN THE DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND FOR FUTURE VACANCIES AS THEY OCCUR.
This employment list will also be used for future EAST AND WEST Jefferson vacancies in this Department as they occur.
Kind of Work
Under general supervision of the Utility Services Coordinator or Utility Services Supervisor, the purpose of the position is to perform responsible work entailing the troubleshooting of meters and antennas that are not properly communicating with the advanced metering infrastructure system. Position collects data using a tablet or mobile device and performs low level voltage electrical work. Additional duties include diagnosing of meter problems, servicing water meters, and the investigation of customer complaints regarding incorrect water bills or malfunctions. Position performs connections and disconnections of water service for Jefferson Parish residents and industry; and performs technical work in the replacement, removal, or servicing and repair of meters, meter boxes and associated leaks. Work includes exposure to adverse environmental conditions and inclement weather. Performs related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination
Meets one of the following options:
I. Current employment and permanent civil service status with Jefferson Parish.
OR
II. Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent certificate; PLUS, at least six months of paid work experience in the reading and/or trouble shooting of water meters.
OR
III. Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent certificate; PLUS, at least six months of paid work experience in general maintenance, utilizing hand tools.
OR
IV. Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent certificate; PLUS, six credit hours of successfully completed coursework from an accredited college or university in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, engineering technology, instrumentation, or a closely related field.
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: 2271-02A
DATE: 06/06/25
AMENDED: 08/22/25
Applications may be filed online at OR either of the office addresses below:
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 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 1-877-677-3678.
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.

• Yes
• No

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.
• I am a current Jefferson Parish employee without permanent Jefferson Parish civil service status.
• I am not a current Jefferson Parish employee.

03
Select the option that describes your highest level of education.

• Some High School
• High School Diploma/GED Certificate
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate

04
How many credit hours of coursework from an accredited college or university have you successfully completed in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, engineering technology, instrumentation, or a closely 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 credit hours or more

05
The Jefferson Parish Personnel Department must verify all educational credentials. For High School Education, you must provide your original high school diploma or transcript. For High School Equivalency Education, you must provide your original high school equivalency transcript or diploma.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 high school diploma/transcripts or high school equivalency diploma/transcripts, the original, official diploma or transcripts 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.

• Yes
• No

06
How many months and/or years of Paid work experience do you have in the reading and/or trouble shooting of water meters?

• None
• Less than 3 months
• 3 months to 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

07
Describe your Paid work experience in the reading and/or trouble shooting of water meters. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.
08
How many months and/or years of Paid work experience do you have in general maintenance, utilizing hand tools?

• None
• Less than 3 months
• 3 months to 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

09
Describe your Paid work experience in general maintenance, utilizing hand tools. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.
Required Question