MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT I (2200)/GROUNDSKEEPER (2354)

Jefferson Parish Civil Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Purpose of Announcement

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CLASSIFICATION IS ANNOUNCED TO FILL CURRENT EAST AND WEST JEFFERSON VACANCIES IN VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS THROUGHOUT JEFFERSON PARISH.

Kind of Work

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MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT I

Unskilled heavy and light physical labor in a wide variety of activities such as: cutting grass, weeds, trees, and brush; cleaning culverts, drains, and ditches; moving, loading, and unloading materials, supplies, and equipment; assisting in the repair and construction of roadways, walkways, utility installations, etc. Work is generally performed outdoors under varied weather conditions. Certain positions may require driving of a Parish vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record will be given preference on such positions.

GROUNDSKEEPER

Routine maintenance of Parish parks, playgrounds, landscaped areas, and buildings. Certain positions may require driving of a Parish vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record will be given preference on such positions.

Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination

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To qualify for employment, applicants must be at least 18 years of age, be free from any condition which would prevent the safe and efficient performance of their essential duties and must have acceptable personal history backgrounds. The ability to follow simple written and oral instructions, and the ability to perform heavy manual work.

NOTE: For Groundskeeper positions, any conviction listed in the Louisiana Child Protection Act (Louisiana R.S. 15:587.1) is considered disqualifying, unless written proof of pardon is submitted in time for consideration with application.

Kind of Examination

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(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)

NON-COMPETITIVE

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