MAINTENANCE REPAIR SPECIALIST 2 - LOVELOCK

Maintenance Repair Specialist 2

The Department of Corrections is seeking to fill a Maintenance Repair Specialist 2 (MRS2) located in Lovelock. The position will be working at the Lovelock Correctional Center or Carlin Conservation Camp. The MRS2 performs a variety of skilled work in two or more of the mechanical and construction trades in order to repair, construct, and/or maintain buildings, grounds, and equipment.

Four years of progressively responsible experience under the supervision of journey level trades persons in two or more of the major building or mechanical trades and one year of journey level experience which included responsibility for performing a variety of repair and maintenance activities, laying out jobs and ordering materials; OR one year of journey level experience as a Maintenance Repair Specialist I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Perform skilled plumbing work to maintain, repair, and modify plumbing systems and fixtures; review blueprints and determine the best method of modifying the plumbing system in accordance with code requirements; determine the type, quantity and cost of materials needed; replace lines by measuring and cutting pipe, assemble pipes and fittings, and join pipes by threading or soldering; install and repair hot water heaters; repair three-phase electric well pumps and controls. Perform skilled carpentry work to construct, maintain, repair, and modify facilities, fixtures, furniture and woodwork; review plans and specifications; lay out projects in accordance with code requirements and purchase appropriate materials; construct forms and pour and finish concrete for slabs and floors; construct roofs and walls; install doors and windows. Perform skilled electrical work such as reviewing blueprints and schematics; calculating load requirements; laying out projects and installing wiring, fixtures, and equipment in accordance with code requirements; install switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels; troubleshoot and repair electric motors, generators and equipment. Perform skilled painting work; prepare surfaces and apply paint with brushes and airless spray equipment; apply wall coverings; stain and varnish furniture to maintain the condition and appearance of structures, furniture and fixtures. Perform skilled equipment mechanical work to maintain equipment in proper working order; repair carburetors; overhaul automatic and standard transmissions; repair front and rear differentials; repair hydraulic systems on light, medium and heavy equipment to maintain in proper working order. May serve as a lead worker or first line supervisor to semi-skilled or general labor staff such as maintenance repair workers, grounds service workers, and custodial workers; maintain equipment maintenance and facility records and prepare related reports. Perform related duties as assigned.

Working knowledge of advanced practices, methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the building and mechanical trades, and one year of journey level experience as related to the maintenance and repair of buildings, grounds and equipment; State and local building and fire codes relevant to the requirements of the position. Ability to set priorities of job assignments based on agency needs; modify and/or adapt designs, procedures, or methods in order to design new systems, modify existing systems, or accomplish tasks more efficiently; inspect and review the work of subordinates and contractors.

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

Benefits include: Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees' Benefits Program (PEBP). Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year. Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year. Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year. Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication (Download PDF reader). Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program. No Nevada state income tax. Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment. Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of "standard" or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay. Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).