Senior Airport Equipment Mechanic – BHS Government Job Dept-Facilities Full Time

The Clark County Department of Aviation is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Senior Airport Equipment Mechanic – BHS position. This position provides work direction and training to a crew of skilled and semi-skilled employees on a project or day-to-day basis; performs journey level work in the installation, maintenance and repair of highly complex luggage movement systems, aircraft passenger boarding bridges, commercial overhead doors, commercial vehicle gate operators, automated entrance doors, and triturators throughout the County airport system. Performs mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and problem diagnosis. 

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

THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 250 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AND WILL CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE THAT NUMBER IS REACHED.

The Department of Aviation reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.  

Graduation from high school (or equivalent), successful completion of a recognized apprenticeship as an electrician, plant, HVAC or facility mechanic or a related trade, and three years of full-time skilled experience in the installation, maintenance and repair of building operating systems and facilities. Additional experience as outlined above 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. Applicants not meeting these requirements will not be considered for employment. 

Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Class C Nevada Driver’s License at time of hire at time of hire.

Working Conditions: Work extended shifts or be called back in emergency situations.

Medical and Drug Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician, including pre-employment drug testing.

Residency Requirement: Permanent employees must maintain a principal place of residency within the boundaries of Clark County and provide proof of compliance with Nevada motor vehicle registration and drivers’ license laws within 90 days of employment.
                                 
Background Check: Employment with the Department of Aviation is contingent upon completion of an education/experience background investigation, a fingerprint-based criminal history record check processed by the FBI, and upon the ability to be granted a security badge as mandated by the Transportation Security Administration. Note: all prospective hires must present two original government issued ID’s upon acceptance of job offer. Examples of acceptable ID’s include a Passport, Driver’s License or DMV issued ID, birth certificate, Social Security card, Voter Registration card, school issued ID with picture, etc.

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

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.

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. 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. 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. 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.