Senior Airport Equipment Mechanic

Job Description

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Clark County Department of Aviation is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Senior Airport Equipment Mechanic position. This position provides work direction and training to skilled and semi-skilled employees on a day-to-day basis and performs journey-level mechanical work throughout Harry Reid International Airport that supports airport operations, including the maintenance and repair of highly complex luggage movement systems. Additionally, this position performs mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and problem diagnosis. This recruitment may be used to hire for various groups within the Facilities division, including but not limited to, Airport Equipment Systems (AES) and/or Baggage Handling System (BHS). If assigned to BHS, the Senior Airport Equipment Mechanic will concentrate on the highly complex luggage movement system and must be able to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues and diagnose problems across multiple 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 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 industrial or commercial mechanical systems. 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.

All qualifying education and each 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. All details must be written in your own words and cannot be copied from job descriptions or other external sources.

Working Conditions: Work extended shifts or be called back in emergency situations. Work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Class C Nevada Driver's License at time of hire. Certification in a specific building trade is desirable.

Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment medical examination.

Pre-employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre- employment drug test.

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.

Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.

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 and maintain 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 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.

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:
  • 13 Paid Holidays plus a Floating Birthday Holiday, and an additional Floating 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
• The Department of Aviation, a department of Clark County, is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer
• Community Volunteer Opportunities
• Comprehensive training program
• Wellness program

Closing Date/Time: 9/8/2026 5:01 PM Pacific