Annual Salary:  $29,078.40 Grade:  17 (Employee: 7% on your current salary, whichever is greater; or 10.5% on your current salary, whichever is greater, if position is 3 grades or higher than current position) Appointment to a position in the classified service shall be at the minimum of the corresponding pay range unless otherwise approved.

Examination is announced to establish an employment list to fill vacancies in the Sanitation department and future vacancies as they occur to operate light and medium-sized equipment. Emphasis is on the operation of trucks, tractors, and other equipment that include mechanisms that are somewhat complex to operate, requiring more dexterity and finesse, or larger vehicles requiring a higher level of skill to drive/maneuver in and around confined spaces; incumbents may occasionally operate equipment at higher levels, but not as their primary work function. Classification is reserved for those positions where operation of included equipment is the primary function of the job. Positions in the Wastewater Department may be subject to 24-hour call.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED; supplemented by two (2) years experience in the operation of medium-sized equipment, such as bush hogs, backhoes, mini-excavators, large tractor-trailers, etc.; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
• For Sanitation Department, may occasionally assist in the collection of refuse.
• Must possess a valid Class B commercial driver’s license and may be required to obtain Flagging certification.
• Assignment on some equipment may require a Class A commercial driver’s license and/or special endorsements.
• Will be required to obtain a valid State of Louisiana Class A or B commercial driver’s license at time of appointment and must maintain throughout employment for this classification.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Sanitation Department must possess a valid State of Louisiana Class B commercial driver’s license with Air Brakes endorsement.

Kind of Examination

This examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, a performance test or any combination thereof deemed necessary to adequately screen and rank applicants.  Examination notices will be sent out via email with a testing date, time, and location.  Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their previous 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. 

Must include copies of driver’s license, diploma, GED, DD214, degree, etc. with application.

Accepting applications: Until filled

APPLY ONLINE AT WWW.GOVERNMENTJOBS.COM/CAREERS/ALEXANDRIALA

Civil Service Department Ph. (318)449-5078, Fax (318)449-5232 Email: civilservice@cityofalex.com

The City of Alexandria is an Equal Opportunity Employer.