Job Details
Position Overview
This is an open and continuous recruitment which will remain open and close without notice once a sufficient pool of highly-qualified candidates has been created.
The City of Henderson announces an examination to create a consideration for hire list to fill two (2) vacancies for the classification of Utility Maintenance Aide (Part-Time) - Field Operations in the Department of Utility Services. The consideration for hire list list may be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification for up to one (1) year.
Under general supervision, performs a variety of manual labor tasks associated with the routine maintenance and repair of water, sewer, and utility facilities and assists with general warehouse and inventory duties; performs related duties as assigned.
These positions will be assigned to Field Operations
- Assists journey-level personnel in the construction, installation, maintenance, leak detection, and repair of the City's Public water distribution, reclaimed water, and wastewater collection system
- Responds to a variety of calls to investigate leaks and other miscellaneous issues, creates work orders, dig tickets, and leak routes accordingly
- Maintains electronic records of work performed, materials and supplies used, and inventory of supplies
Special Note
- The current two vacancies are for part-time, PERS-eligible positions.
- The expected schedules for the current vacancies is Tuesday - Thursday, 6:00 am - 4:00 pm.
- This position does not qualify for employer-paid benefits, wage increases, or union representation.
- This list may be utilized to fill future vacancies for both non-PERS eligible and PERS eligible positions. Information pertaining to the PERS status will be communicated to candidates during the interview process.
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Minimum Qualifications
When Assigned to Field Operations
- Graduation from high school, or the equivalent
- One (1) year of full-time experience performing construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of the water distribution, reclaimed water, and wastewater collection system
- Note: An equivalent combination of related training and experience may be considered
- Must possess and maintain a valid Nevada or "border state" driver's license, as defined by NRS 483
- Must obtain an OSHA 10-hour Construction Safety and Health Training Certificate within thirty (30) days of hire
- May be expected to obtain certification through the City of Henderson in Forklift, CPR, First Aid, Fire Extinguisher, HazMat, Confined Space Entry, and Infectious Disease
- Must obtain and maintain City Forklift Certification within thirty (30) days of hire as a condition of continued employment
- Must possess and maintain all required licenses and certificates, as mandated by state and federal laws and local regulatory agencies, or required herein.
Required Documents/Assessment Information
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION
1) Completed Employment Application
ASSESSMENT DATES
Additional assessments may take place as needed until the position is filled.
Structured Selection Interview (Weighted 100%) - Date to be determined
(Best Qualified Candidates)
All applicants will be notified by email or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS
If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you will be required to self-schedule through the City of Henderson online application system. Please check your email and/or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report.
The assessment and selection process for this position will take place on the dates listed above. All candidates who wish to be considered for this position will need to be in Henderson, Nevada, and make themselves available to participate in the testing process at any time on any of the dates listed above.
Selection Process
The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best-qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. 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.
Appointment may be subject to the successful and timely completion of a post offer pre-employment background investigation and medical/physical examination, including a drug/alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.