Utilities Field Service Technician

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent, with additional vocational or technical training in a mechanical maintenance is preferred.
• Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience performing construction and maintenance in the repair and maintenance of water and waste water systems.
• Experience using a backhoe in small or large water and wastewater systems construction/maintenance, utility construction, and/or utility maintenance is preferred. 

Licenses and Certifications

• A valid Nevada State Class “A” Commercial Driver’s license with tanker endorsements must be:
  ➢ Internal Candidates – obtained within six (6) months of transfer/reclassification or promotion.
  ➢ External Candidates – at time of application.
• Must possess State of Nevada Water Distribution Operator Certificate – Grade I, within twelve (12) months of the time of hire, promotion, transfer or reclassification.
• Completion of OSHA 10 Hour construction course no later than 15 days after starting in position.

SELECTION PROCESS

1. Complete online application - Interested candidates MUST submit a completed application through the City’s application system. Evaluation of meeting requirements will be made solely on information provided on the application and any required attachments.
2. The selection process will begin with a screening of the application/resume - The best qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the assessment process. The selection process will include (dates to be determined).
3. Practical Exam (Weighted 50%, Passing Score 70%)
4. Oral Board Interview (Weighted 50%, Passing Score 70%)
5. Pre-Employment Screening –  Selected candidates for this position are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes but is not limited to local & state criminal history check; federal criminal history checks via submission of fingerprints; and drug screening. **IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Background check processing may take 2 to 3 months to complete.
6. Selection/Offers!

Note: Subsequent vacancies during the life of the internal eligibility list may require participation in an additional selection interview. The selection interview will be weighted 100%, requiring a passing score of 70% in order to be considered for the subsequent position vacancy.

The selection process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.  It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application.

QUESTIONS?
For questions about this position or the selection process, please contact:
Matthew Bulavsky
Talent Acquisition Partner 
BulavskyM@CityofNorthLasVegas.com