Airport Equipment Mechanic

Salary: $31.20 - $46.05 Hourly
Location : Harry Reid International Airport - Las Vegas, NV
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26-6513X
Division: Facilities
Opening Date: 04/14/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt


ABOUT THE POSITION


The Clark County Department of Aviation (DOA) is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Airport Equipment Mechanic position in our Facilities division. This position performs journey-level work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of highly complex luggage movement systems, jetways, commercial overhead doors, vehicle gates, automatic doors, and triturators throughout the DOA airport system. Further, this position performs mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and problem diagnosis on electrical components and automated control components. This recruitment may be used to hire for various groups within Facilities including, but not limited to, Baggage Handling System (BHS) and Airport Equipment Systems (AES).
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 at either level 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 one (1) year 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.
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, mechanical room, 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.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Performs skilled and semi-skilled mechanical work in the installation, maintenance and repair of automatic and commercial overhead doors, luggage movement systems, jet ways, triturators, vehicle gates, carwash equipment, and luggage carousels.
• Participates in the design, layout and planning of the mechanical systems; takes measurements; prepares working drawings and sketches; assists in preparing project specifications.
• Estimates materials, tools and equipment needed for work assignments.
• Orders and picks up materials and supplies from outside vendors as appropriate.
• Prepares cost estimates for the job.
• Performs periodic inspections at appropriate intervals to ensure the proper operation of controls and moving parts.
• Adjusts controls to maintain efficient system operation, diagnoses malfunctions and corrects defects in controls, instrumentation, and equipment.
• Replaces worn or damaged parts, removes and replaces system units and balances and checks system operation when new or repaired units are installed.
• Maintains records of repairs, parts used, calibration data, maintenance performed, efficiency and longevity of control and instrumentation units and systems.
• Prepares diagrams and cost estimates and recommendations for system modifications or equipment changes to increase system efficiency.
• Performs maintenance and repairs on machinery, pumps, motors, blowers, air compressors and related system components.
• Repairs, assists service contract personnel in the maintenance of warranty control programs.
• May instruct and train maintenance and service personnel in equipment installation, maintenance and repair.
• 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.
• Performs other similar and related duties as required.

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 skilled experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of industrial or commercial mechanical systems.

• No Experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 2 years
• 2 to 3 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 4 to 5 years
• 5 to 6 years
• 6 to 7 years
• More than 7 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 which best applies to you:

• I have successfully completed a recognized apprenticeship program as an electrician.
• I have successfully completed a recognized apprenticeship program as an HVAC mechanic.
• I have successfully completed a recognized apprenticeship program as a facility mechanic.
• I have successfully completed a recognized apprenticeship program in a related trade.
• I have NOT successfully completed a recognized apprenticeship program as an electrician, HVAC mechanic, facility mechanic, or in a related trade.

06


If you indicated that you have successfully completed a recognized apprenticeship program as an electrician, HVAC mechanic, facility mechanic, or in a related trade in question 5, this information must be clearly documented in the "Education" and/or "Work Experience" sections of your application. Additionally, you must attach your apprenticeship certification to your application or email to View email address on click.appcast.io . Please list your current and professional apprenticeship certification relevant to this position (see template below). If this does not apply, type N/A .

Certification:
Name of agency or institution administering the certification:
07


Do you currently hold a valid driver's license?

• Yes, I currently hold a valid Nevada driver's license.
• Yes, I currently hold a valid driver's license from another state.
• No, I do not currently hold a valid driver's license.

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 application;
C) Any falsification or misrepresentation of the information listed on the employment application or skills assessment may result in removal from the eligibility list or rescinding a job offer;
D) Responses to assessment questions that are not supported and clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections on the application may result in question scores being adjusted to receive zero points;
E) Assessment scores may be used to consider applicants for the selection process;
F) I further understand that since exam scores will be automatically generated based on the applicant's response to each item in the assessment, score appeals will not be allowed for this recruitment.

• I have read and understand the above information regarding the completion of the following skills assessment questions. I further understand that this recruitment includes a skills assessment and that the answers I provide must be consistent with the "education" and "work history" sections details on my application and that scoring appeals will not be allowed for this recruitment.

09


List all current and professional certifications relevant to this position. See template below. Type N/A if this is not applicable to you.

Certification:
Name of agency or institution administering the certification:
10


Indicate your full-time professional experience troubleshooting conveyance systems in a large commercial facility.

• No Experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2 to 3 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 4 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

11


Indicate your full-time professional experience maintaining an automated baggage handling system or similar conveyor system.

• No Experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2 to 3 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 4 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

12


Indicate your full-time professional experience working with automated industrial controls with an emphasis on baggage handling or comparable systems.

• No Experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2 to 3 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 4 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

13


Indicate your full-time professional experience in the installation and maintenance of variable frequency and speed drives.

• No Experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2 to 3 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 4 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

14


Indicate your full-time professional experience working with and maintaining multi-meters, torque wrenches, and other hand tools, power tools, and test equipment.

• No Experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2 to 3 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 4 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

15


Indicate your full-time professional experience in the maintenance and repair of overhead doors.

• No Experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2 to 3 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 4 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

16


Indicate your full-time professional experience in rebuilding clutches, roller assemblies, and high-speed diverters I and II paddles/assemblies.

• No Experience
• Less than 2 years
• 2 to 3 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 4 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

17


Please list the employer(s) on your application where your experience was obtained in questions 10-16. Type N/A if you have no related experience. See Template Below.

Employer Name:
Job Title:
Hours Worked Per Week:
Dates of Employment:


Required Question