EQUIPMENT MECHANIC 2

***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***

Job Summary

The Nevada Highway Patrol Division (NHP) is seeking an Equipment Mechanic 2 to join the Reno shop team. This role is critical to maintaining, diagnosing, repairing, and modifying a diverse fleet of light, medium, and heavy vehicles, including Ford Explorers, F150s, and Dodge Chargers as well as diesel-fueled electric power generators. As an integral member of the NHP team, you will play a key role in ensuring the safety and reliability of the fleet that supports Nevada's law enforcement operations.

Essential Qualifications

Completion of a recognized automotive/equipment repair apprenticeship program; OR completion of the Equipment Mechanic-In-Training program in Nevada State service; OR one year experience as an Equipment Mechanic I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Job Duties

Determine the cause and extent of component or system failure through test drives, pressure and temperature checks, visual inspection, use of diagnostic equipment, and reference to technical service manuals, service information bulletins, blueprints, and schematic manuals; diagnose malfunction and order parts required for repairs by researching parts manual to locate proper parts, contact vendors if necessary, and complete purchase requisitions.

Repair and/or rebuild brake systems including disc, drum, and air brakes; replace brake shoes and pads; turn drums and rotors on a brake lathe; rebuild master cylinder and wheel cylinders and replace brake lines; repair or replace defective air brake components such as air valves, compressors, air tanks, air dryers, air lines, and air chambers.

Repair and/or replace steering and suspension system components such as manual or power-assist steering boxes, power steering pumps and lines, tie rod ends, steering columns, bushings, king pins, springs, ball joints, torsion bars, and shock absorbers.

Repair and/or replace differential and drive line components; remove and disassemble differentials; replace faulty parts, bearings, and seals; reassemble and reinstall differentials; remove drive shafts; replace universal joints; check alignment and balance and reinstall drive shafts.

Repair and service automatic and manual transmissions; replace transmission fluid and filters; replace seals; and repair or replace clutch assemblies.

Maintain and repair electrical and wiring systems; repair or replace generators and alternators; test and replace batteries; locate and replace faulty fuses and wiring in electrical circuitry; replace ignition system components; service and repair starters; and replace or install wiring, connectors, switches, motors, and lamps.

Fabricate and install parts, components, and special use items; measure and draw plans; calculate material requirements; cut and assemble the item by either welding or bolting together; and install the finished product.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Under general supervision, incumbents perform the full range of duties described in the series concept to include journey level duties such as extensive electrical and fuel system diagnosis and repair work, rebuilding complete transmissions, converting surplus military vehicles to fire apparatus, and performing mechanical inspections of vehicles involved in accidents.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

This job specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level.

Working knowledge of: equipment systems and operating characteristics of equipment; methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the assembly, overhaul, repair, and adjustment of automotive equipment.

Ability to: read and understand repair orders, service manuals, operating systems manuals, and hydraulic and electrical schematics; diagnose and determine repairs necessary to restore a system to proper working condition; use various diagnostic and testing equipment and precision measuring devices; work independently and follow through on assignments with minimal direction.

Skill in: repairing, rebuilding, and modifying all components of vehicles/equipment including rebuilding transmissions and performing extensive electrical and fuel system diagnosis and repair

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.

Benefits include:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees’ Benefits Program (PEBP) .
  
• Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
  
• Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
  
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
  
• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) . Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication .
  
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program .
  
• No Nevada state income tax.
  
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
  
• Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of “standard” or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.
  

Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU) .

For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF) .

*** State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.

The following are legal holidays:

January 1.............................................. New Year's Day

Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday

Third Monday in February................ Washington’s Birthday

Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day

June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day

July 4.................................................... Independence Day

First Monday in September.............. Labor Day

Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day

November 11........................................ Veterans' Day

Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day

Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day

December 25........................................ Christmas Day

When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255

Closing Date/Time: 4/21/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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