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Jefferson Parish, LA

ELECTRICIAN TRAINEE (2304)

Jefferson Parish, LA, Gretna, LA, United States


Salary: $35,797.00 Annually

Location : Parish Wide - Jefferson Parish, LA

Job Type: Permanent

Job Number: 2304-02R

Department: Parish-Wide

Opening Date: 06/14/2024

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 FUTURE VACANCIES IN VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS AS THEY OCCUR.
Kind of Work

Under close supervision, an employee in this classification performs semi-skilled level work and is responsible for assisting a journeyman Electrician in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, motors, and related equipment in Parish buildings. Employee will assist in inspecting, testing, diagnosing, and installing electrical components and equipment. Assists in maintaining and repairing all electrical related items which include service, distribution systems, panels, breakers, buss ducts, outlets, switches, lights, ballast, motors, and controllers in all parish systems. Assists in installation of new circuits, new outlets, new fixtures, re-lamping and re-ballasting. Installs, alters, maintains, tests, troubleshoots, repairs and/or replaces wiring systems, public address systems, electric clocks, flood lights, and other electrical systems, fixtures, and equipment. Performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination

Completion of a technical certificate program from an accredited college or trade school, indicating knowledge of entry-level electrical work.
OR
Substantial work experience (approx. two years)* assisting with the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, under the supervision of a licensed electrician.

*Substitution: Successful completion of coursework directly related to the work of an electrician (from an accredited college or trade school) may substitute for work experience at the rate of three credit hours for three months of experience, to a maximum of eighteen credit hours.
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 POSTNG NO: 2304-02R
DATE: 03/17/23
RE-OPENED: 06/14/24

Applications may be filed online at OR either of the office addresses below:

Application Offices

East Jefferson: Room 206, 12221 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

Select the option that describes your highest level of education.
  • Some High School
  • High School Diploma/GED Certificate
  • Some technical/trade school
  • Completion of a technical certificate program
  • Some College
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctorate


03

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.For Trades School or College Education, you must provide your official trade school/college transcripts and/or original diploma/certificate. 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 college transcripts, the College or University may mail them to: Jefferson Parish Personnel Department Attn: Recruitment Division 200 Derbigny St., Suite 3100 Gretna, LA 70053 OR the College or University may email the official transcripts to jeffjobs@jeffparish.net.For college diplomas, high school, trade school, or 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


04

Have you completed a technical certificate program from an accredited college or trade school, indicating knowledge of Entry-Level Electrical work?
  • Yes
  • No


05

How many classes have you successfully completed from an accredited college or trade school which directly relates to the work of an Electrician?
  • None
  • Less than 3 hours
  • 3 to less than 6 hours
  • 6 to less than 9 hours
  • 9 to less than 12 hours
  • 12 to less than 15 hours
  • 15 to less than 18 hours
  • 18 hours or more


06

How many months and/or years of work experience do you have in assisting with the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, under the supervision of a licensed electrician?
  • None
  • Less than 3 months
  • 3 months to less than 6 months
  • 6 months to less than 9 months
  • 9 months to less than 1 year
  • 1 year to less than 1 year 3 months
  • 1 year 3 months to less than 6 months
  • 1 year 6 months to less than 1 year 9 months
  • 1 year 9 months 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 work experience in assisting with the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, under the supervision of a licensed electrician. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.

Required Question