Senior Airport Equipment Mechanic

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Clark County Department of Aviation is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Senior Airport Equipment Mechanic position. This recruitment may be used to hire for various areas within the Facilities division including, but not limited to, Baggage Handling System (BHS) and Airport Equipment Systems (AES). This position provides work direction and training of skilled and semi-skilled employees on a day-to-day basis and performs journey-level mechanical work throughout Harry Reid International Airport that supports the operation of the airport, which includes the maintenance and repair of highly complex luggage movement systems. Additionally, this position performs mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and problem diagnosis. The Senior Airport Equipment Mechanic for the BHS position has a concentration on the highly complex luggage movement system and will require the ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues and perform problem diagnosis of multiple different systems.

This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months at either level or may be extended as needed by Employee Services.

Employee Services reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience:

Equivalent to graduation from high school and equivalent to successful completion of a recognized apprenticeship as an electrician, HVAC or facility mechanic or a related trade, and three (3) years of full-time skilled experience in the installation, maintenance and repair of building operating systems and facilities. Professional level experience and/or education that has provided the skills and knowledge necessary to perform all job functions at this level may be substituted for an apprenticeship program on a year-for-year basis. Attendance at a recognized trade school is desirable.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application.

Customs and Border Protection Security Seal Program: Employment with the Department of Aviation in this job title is contingent upon a ten (10) year employment and five (5) year residency history record check and the ability to present original identity based documentation in order to meet the requirements for a Security Seal.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Mobility to work in a typical shop or related maintenance setting, including operating typical trade equipment, hand and power tools and standard office equipment, and to drive a motor vehicle to various work sites; stamina to stand, walk and climb and to work in confined or awkward spaces for an extended period of time; strength to lift and maneuver materials and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds with proper equipment; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over a radio or telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Provides lead direction, training and work review to a work crew or team; organizes and assigns work, sets priorities, and follows-up to ensure coordination and completion of assigned work.
• Inspects, maintains, and repairs to luggage movement systems and aircraft passenger boarding bridges.
• Inspects, maintains, and repairs to commercial roll-up doors, automated entrance doors, and triturators.
• Inspects, maintains, and repairs to commercial vehicle gate operators and automated vehicle restraint systems.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
• May direct the work of less skilled assistants on specific projects; ensures that proper safety precautions are followed.
• Organizes the work efforts of the contract employees while break down repairs are being performed.
• Maintains and services a variety of test equipment, hand operated and power tools.
• Maintains a large inventory of frequently used parts, supplies, and hardware.
• Maintains electronic and written incident reports.
• Maintains accurate records of work performed, parts, and materials used by utilizing a computer-based work order tracking system.
• Provides input into selection, evaluation, disciplinary and other personnel matters.
• May sign evaluation forms and counsel employees as required.
• Estimates time, materials, tools, and equipment needed for work assignments.
• Orders and organizes the picks up of materials and supplies as appropriate.
• Prepares cost estimates for jobs.
• Performs welding and braising on piping systems and mechanical components.;
• Fabricates metal elements as for facility and equipment repair.
• Participates in the design, layout and planning of office, shop facilities, takes measurements.
• Prepares working drawings and sketches.
• Assists in preparing project specifications.
• Inspects motors, and similar mechanical/electrical equipment on a regular basis.
• Troubleshoots problems and repairs as required.
• Repairs and installs doors and door hardware, pneumatic door closures, and related hardware.
• Uses standard office equipment, including a computer.

Join the Clark County Department of Aviation Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Alternative Work Schedules
• More Money in Your Pocket
  • 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement
  • No Social Security Deduction
  • No State Income Taxes
• Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO) - eligible first of the month following 15 days of employment
  • Medical - Employer pays 90% of premium
    • Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills)
    • 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost
    • Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health
• Retiree insurance – eligible after 5 years of service
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance – Employer Paid
• AD&D – Employer Paid
• Long Term Disability – Employer Paid
• Generous Leave Accruals that include:
  • 12 Paid Holidays plus a Floating Birthday Holiday
  • Paid Vacation Leave
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Holiday Leave
• Other leave options
  • Catastrophic Leave
  • Parental Leave – Up to 90 days
• Tool Allowance for certain eligible positions.
• Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include
  • Guardian – Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance.
  • Trustmark – Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care.
  • Sunlife Financial – Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
  • TASC – Flexible Spending Account – FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available
  • Morgan Stanley – Deferred Compensation Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Onsite Fitness Center
• The Department of Aviation, a department of Clark County, is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer
• Community Volunteer Opportunities
• Comprehensive training program
• Wellness program