Utilities Maintenance Welder

MINIMMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience 

• High school diploma or equivalent 
• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in welding, pipe fitting, or satisfactory completion of a two- year community college welding program; and two or more years of progressively responsible skilled experience in in the welding or fabrication trade. Equivalency: A high school diploma or GED and any combination of education, training and experience which produces the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job and related to the essential functions of the position.

Licenses and Certifications 

• Must possess a valid state driver's license and maintain satisfactory motor vehicle record and ability to obtain appropriate Nevada state driver’s license at time of hire; specified positions may require possession of a Class B license. 
• Possession of an appropriate forklift certification within six months (6) months from the date of hire. 
• Must possess and maintain a State of Nevada Water Distribution Operator Certificate Grade I within eighteen (18) months from time of hire, transfer, promotion, or reclassification. 
• Other certification requirements may apply for specific appointments. Reciprocity for equivalent certifications from other states may be considered. 
• Completion of OSHA 10 Construction within 15 days from date of hire. 

SELECTION PROCESS

1. Oral Board (Weight 100%, Passing Score 70%)

Note: Subsequent vacancies during the life of the 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.

BENEFITS AND PERKS
(Many of our positions offer the following)

• 4-day, 36-hour workweek, Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (May vary by position specific needs).
• 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental and Vision insurance plan option, with affordable low cost alternative plans available.
• 13 paid holidays off annually.
• 3 weeks of annual leave accrued each year (up to applicable maximums).
• 3 weeks of sick leave accrued each year (up to applicable maximums).
• Employer-paid participation in the Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada (PERS).
• Employer-paid Term Life and AD&D insurance for employees, plus dependent life insurance.
• Deferred compensation 457(b) Plan, which is a government deferred compensation plan similar to a 401(k) plan. It offers both pre-tax and after-tax savings and investment options.
• Annual merit increase program based on performance evaluations and/or contractual wage increases.
• Complimentary access to our fully equipped fitness center at City Hall.

This class specification may not be interpreted as all-inclusive.  It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this description.  Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  Reasonable accommodations for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant as possible.
**NRS 286.042