HIGHWAY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC 3

***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

This position is located in the South Las Vegas Equipment Repair Shop, Las Vegas. Hours for this position are Monday through Thursday 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM. This position repairs and maintains all gasoline and diesel equipment and vehicles, electrical equipment, cooling systems, hydraulic systems, transmissions, drivelines, differentials, and brake systems. Perform emergency repairs when sent out of the shop for road calls. Utilized part books and manuals. Fill out and complete repair orders and part requisitions. Compile information and maintain records equipment usage, open work orders equipment data files tools and equipment inventory. This position will also complete ordering and communication within the department and serve as a lead person in shop, assist the supervisor daily and perform supervisor's duties when absent. Link to CDL requirements- https://dmv.nv.gov/cdl.htm .

This position will be responsible for running the day to day operations of the Las Vegas Hanger and Harry Reid Airport which includes scheduling pool vehicles at both the Las Vegas Hanger and Harry Reid airport, scheduling services of vehicles.

Highway Equipment Mechanics maintain, repair, and modify medium (GVWR 10,500-26,000 lbs.) and heavy (GVWR greater than 26,000 lbs.) highway maintenance and construction equipment including single and tandem axle dump trucks, motor graders, chip spreaders, truck mounted backhoes, diesel powered rotary snow blowers, ten wheel water trucks, front end loaders, tractor/trailer combinations and pavement grinding machines.

Essential Qualifications

Completion of a recognized automotive/equipment repair apprenticeship program followed by two years of journey level experience in the maintenance and repair of medium and heavy duty vehicles and equipment; OR completion of the Equipment Mechanic-in-Training program in Nevada State service followed by two years of journey level experience as described above; OR one year of experience as a Highway Equipment Mechanic II 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, disassembly, inspection, use of diagnostic equipment, and reference to technical manuals, service information bulletins, blueprints and schematic manuals; plan course of action and order parts required for repairs by researching parts manual to locate proper parts; contact vendors and complete purchase requisitions.

Repair and/or rebuild brake systems, steering components and suspensions; replace brake shoes and pads; turn drums and rotors on a brake lathe; rebuild master cylinders and wheel cylinders; repair brake lines, hoses and power booster; maintain and overhaul air brake systems to include air compressor, governor, reservoirs, air dryers, control valves, and actuators; update obsolete systems to meet current regulations and requirements; repack cylinders or rebuild power steering pumps; repair or replace tie rod ends, drag links, idler arms, and ball joints; adjust sleeves, king pins, and spindles; repair or replace springs, pins, bushings, axles, spring shackles, mounts and shocks.

Perform hydraulic system service; repair leaks; replace or fabricate hoses, fittings, and O-ring seals; rebuild hydraulic pumps and motors; repair hydraulic control valves, cylinders and rams; design equipment to utilize an existing system to perform additional tasks not originally intended for system such as freeway line stripers and pavement marking machines.

Repair and/or rebuild power distribution systems; make adjustments and replace gaskets, oil seals, fittings and lines; repair axles, U-joints, and power take-off units; remove differentials, transfer cases, transmissions and clutches; rebuild parts and reassemble with new parts as needed; make necessary adjustments and modifications; reinstall components and conduct road tests.

Perform electrical system diagnosis and repairs to include repairing or replacing electrical components such as batteries, alternators, starters, ignitions, relays, regulators and switches; design new electrical systems or accessories and modify existing systems for computers or video equipment such as systems used for freeway line stripers and pavement marking machines.

Repair diesel and gasoline powered engines; check, adjust and calibrate engines to original performance level; replace injectors; adjust valves; inspect and replace filters; check pressures; disassemble and clean external and internal parts for inspection; grind valves; repair cylinders, pistons, crankshafts, camshafts and connecting rods; replace bearings; reassemble engine and/or components; test complete engine or components through a road test and/or use of a dynamometer.

Design and fabricate mechanical apparatus such as battery holders, toolboxes, and light mounting brackets; design, layout and order appropriate materials; weld sections together and mount apparatus on equipment.

Perform modifications to lengthen or shorten truck frames as assigned; cut frame; weld frame and grind welds; measure and move rear suspension to correct wheel base; measure driveline and lengthen lines and wires to fit components.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Incumbents function as a first line supervisor for a group of equipment shop personnel comprised of three or more lower level mechanics and skilled craft workers. Supervisory responsibilities include interviewing, providing training, assigning and reviewing work, disciplining, and evaluating performance. In addition, incumbents function as an assistant to the supervisor of a major district equipment shop and may perform complex diagnosis, repairs, modifications and specialized design and fabrication work.

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.

Detailed knowledge of: electrical and mechanical theories and design applicable to the repair and maintenance of medium and heavy equipment; equipment safety, safe work methods and the proper use, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials.

Working knowledge of: supervisory practices and procedures.

Ability to: plan and organize work; design and fabricate specialized highway equipment components and systems; train personnel in new methods and procedures.

RECRUITER CONTACT INFORMATION: Stephanie Swanson at Stephanie.swanson@dot.nv.gov

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: Continuous

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