Section 26D Trade Test Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $31.20 - $46.05 Hourly
Location : Harry Reid International Airport - Las Vegas, NV
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26-6618X
Division: Director's Office
Subarea: Arpt Auto Shop
Opening Date: 05/05/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Max Number of Applicants: 150
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Clark County Department of Aviation is seeking qualified applicants to apply for the Automotive and Equipment Specialist (CDL) position. This position performs technical and troubleshooting work in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of automobiles, heavy and light trucks, construction and fire equipment, other vehicles, small gasoline engines, and stationary and similar equipment. Additionally, this position operates a variety of hand, power, and shop tools.
THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 150 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AND WILL CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE THAT NUMBER IS REACHED.
THE CLOSING DATE FOR THIS RECRUITMENT HAS BEEN CHANGED AND IS NOW REFLECTED IN THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT.
THE SALARY FOR THIS RECRUITMENT HAS BEEN CHANGED AND IS NOW IN THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT.
This is an open and continuous recruitment; scheduling dates will vary depending on when the application was received and reviewed by Employee Services.
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 seven (7) years of journey level experience in the maintenance and repair of vehicles and/or heavy construction equipment. Successful completion of a recognized apprenticeship in the automotive trade may be substituted for four (4) years of the required experience. 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 with exposure to potentially hazardous fuels, oils and solvents.
Licensing and Certification: Must possess an appropriate Commercial Driver's License and/or valid Nevada Class C Driver's License at time of appointment; specified positions may require possession Class A license with appropriate endorsements to road test and operate heavy-duty vehicles and equipment. Specified positions require possession of ASE Master Heavy-Duty Technician or ASE Light-Duty Technician Certification. Some positions may require a crane operator's certification through the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operator's (NCCCO) within twenty-four (24) months from the date of hire.
Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician.
Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination and are subject to random drug testing in accordance with DOT requirements.
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 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 year employment and five 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 test equipment, hand and power tools and standard office equipment; 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 70 pounds with proper equipment; vision to read printed materials; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, 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.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Performs complex troubleshooting and diagnostic work on automobiles, construction equipment and related rolling stock; provides technical assistance to mechanics and service workers.
• Diagnoses and performs major repairs and overhauls to engines, involving inspection and replacement of broken or worn parts such as pistons, piston rings, valves, bearings, fittings and gaskets.
• Diagnoses and repairs, cleans, adjusts and installs fuel, ignition, electrical and cooling systems involving repair and replacement of such parts as carburetors and fuel pumps, starter motors, distributors, generators, voltage regulators, wiring, switches, batteries, and radiators, thermostats and water pumps.
• Diagnoses and repairs and overhauls power transmission systems including such parts as clutches, standard transmissions, differential units, front and rear axles, gears, bearings, universal joints and hydraulic units; diagnoses and repairs and adjusts steering mechanisms and other controls.
• Road tests vehicles; drives trucks or equipment as required; inspects vehicles in the shop and field; smog checks and certifies vehicles. Installs electrical and radio systems in vehicles as necessary; modifies such systems as required.
• Diagnoses and performs electrical, hydraulic and other repairs in the field.
• Performs preventive maintenance work on construction equipment, heavy trucks, street sweepers, automobiles, light trucks and other equipment.
• Reads and interprets manuals, drawings, and specifications; estimates labor, material and equipment and order parts required to complete assignments.
• Diagnoses, repairs and maintains vehicle air brakes, hydraulic systems and associated power take-off equipment.
• Observes safe work methods and utilizes safety equipment related to the 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.
• Acts as the shop supervisor on a relief basis or as assigned.
• Operates heavy equipment and drives County vehicles, trucks and equipment as required.
• Uses and performs minor maintenance on hand, power and shop tools and test equipment related to the work.
• Makes oral and written reports of work performed; completes forms and maintains accurate maintenance records using an automated fleet information system.

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
  • - 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

01
The following questions 1-7 will be used to assist in determining if candidates meet the minimum qualifications.
Which describes your highest level of education completed? (Applicants with foreign or international education, including full degrees, partial degrees, or individual credits, must obtain a professional credential evaluation from an accredited evaluation agency. The evaluation must verify the U.S. educational equivalency and, if the applicant is offered a position, an original and verifiable copy must be submitted to the Clark County Department of Aviation at the candidate's expense.)

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or GED
• Trade School or Technical Degree
• Some College (1-29 semester credits)
• Some College (30-59 semester credits)
• Some College (60-89 semester credits)
• Some College (90-120+ semester credits)
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher
• None of the above

02
If you selected "Some High School" in the previous question, please list your highest-grade level completed. If this does not apply, type N/A.
03
Indicate your full-time professional journey level experience in the maintenance and repair of vehicles and/or heavy construction equipment.

• No Experience
• Less than 3 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 4 to 5 years
• 5 to 6 years
• 6 to 7 years
• 7 to 8 years
• 8 to 9 years
• More than 9 years

04
Please list the employer(s) on your application where your experience was obtained in question 3. Type N/A if you have no related experience. See Template Below.
Employer Name:
Job Title:
Hours Worked Per Week:
Dates of Employment:
05
Indicate if you have successfully completed a recognized apprenticeship in the automotive trade.

• Yes, I have successfully completed a recognized apprenticeship in the automotive trade.
• No, I have not successfully completed a recognized apprenticeship in the automotive trade.

06
If you answered "Yes" in question 5, this information must be clearly documented in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Additionally, you must attach your apprenticeship certification to your application or email to Kristinab@lasairport.com. Please list your current and professional apprenticeship certification relevant to this position (see template below). Type N/A if you answered "No."
Certification:
Name of agency or institution administering the certification:
07
In order to be eligible for consideration in this recruitment, you must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with an air brake endorsement to road test and operate heavy-duty vehicles and equipment.

• I understand the above requirement and possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with an air brake endorsement to road test and operate heavy-duty vehicles and equipment.
• I understand the above requirement but do not possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with an air brake endorsement to road test and operate heavy-duty vehicles and equipment.

08
The following skills assessment is a self-assessment used to evaluate an applicant's training and experience.
I understand that:
A) Part-time experience must be prorated and credited as half of full-time experience (i.e., if you performed the task for two years in a part-time position, 20 hours per week, you can only credit yourself with one year of experience in that area)
B) The education, knowledge, and experience levels indicated by my skills assessment responses must be supported and clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of my ap