Equipment Operator II

Salary: $26.54 Hourly
Location : City of Las Vegas, NV
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26JUL3270O
Department: Public Works Department
Opening Date: 07/06/2026
Closing Date: 8/10/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: LVCEA
Max Number of Applicants: 100


About the Position
Notice Of Limited Applications

This posting is limited to the first 100 applications received.
When that number is reached, the posting will be automatically removed.

Applicants Must Attach A Copy Of Their CDL To The Application.

Applications Missing CDL Attachments Will Be Considered Incomplete.
Career Opportunity

The city of Las Vegas invites applicants for Equipment Operator II this position operates light construction and maintenance equipment in a variety of maintenance and landscaping activities including loading, hauling, cleaning and related operations; performs semi-skilled maintenance tasks; and operates vehicles with GVW over 26,000 pounds, such as 10-wheel dump truck, as well as tanker trucks.

The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list for current and/ or future openings which may include part-time or full-time positions.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is the full journey level class within the Equipment Operator series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Equipment Operator I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned including operating equipment and participating in maintenance activities. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This class is distinguished from the Heavy Equipment Operator in that the latter may exercise functional and technical supervision over lower level staff.
Supervision Received

Receives general supervision from higher level staff.

Application Details
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.


Required Attachments
Applicants must attach a copy of their CDL to the application. Applications without a copy attached will be considered incomplete.
Type of Examination A civil service examination will be conducted in accordance with the Civil Service Rules of the city of Las Vegas.The supplemental questions are the examination. Falsification of information may result in disqualification from recruitment or removal from a city position. Additional information will not be accepted after the closing date.The supplemental questions are weighted 100% for placement on an eligible list and must be worked on individually by the applicant only.The supplemental questions of all qualified applicants will be reviewed for placement on an eligible l i st. The eligible list will remain in effect for a period of 6 months from the date of certification and may be extended for a period of up to 2 years.

Eligible List
You must score 70% or higher on the examination to be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list will remain in effect for a period of 6 months from the date of certification and may be extended for a period of up to 2 years.
Selection Process

Final candidate selection will include list placement and may include a hiring interview (if applicable). Any individual offered employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test, complete background check, and may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform the physical requirements of the job. Some positions may require preliminary background checks. The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list for current and/or future openings which may include part-time or full-time positions.

Example of Duties
Essential Functions

1. Operates construction and maintenance equipment such as dump trucks, skip loaders, front-end loaders, bobcat attachments, tankers, vactor trucks, rodders, compression water pumps, cement mixers, backhoes, tack trucks, steel wheel pneumatic rollers, patch trucks, sander plows, hoe rams, forklifts, and various other equipment for a variety of maintenance and construction operations.
2. Performs a variety of semi-skilled construction and maintenance tasks pertaining to the installation, maintenance and repair of sewer lines including driving a truck, spreading asphalt, jackhammering, mowing lawns, flushing streets and related maintenance activities.
3. Identifies equipment and supply needs for each assigned project; picks up and delivers equipment and supplies to and from work sites.
4. Loads or assists in loading various materials into truck; secures load and any tools; hauls various materials on designated routes to specified areas; documents load weight and obtains weight tag; dumps load at specified areas.
5. Works as part of a maintenance crew; performs general and dust maintenance duties as they relate to roads, sanitary sewers and storm drains; cleans and maintains streets, alleys, sidewalks and ditches; cleans debris from ditches, culverts and creek beds; and bulldozes as required.
6. Installs street barricades and cones prior to the performance of repair or maintenance activities; directs and controls traffic work sites; contacts utility companies prior to work to obtain information about gas and electric lines in the work area.
7. Responds to customer service complaints regarding sewer flow or odor; assists in investigating and testing sewage and waterways flow path.
8. Responds to emergency calls for streets and sanitary sewer assistance; participates in containing, stopping and cleaning sewage overflow.
9. Provides technical assistance and training to city staff.
10. Operates and secures assigned vehicles and other assigned equipment; performs and documents pre-trip inspection; maintains vehicles and equipment in clean and fueled condition.
11. Cleans and performs preventive maintenance on construction and maintenance equipment.
12. Utilizes proper safety precautions related to all work performed.
13. Applies chemical insecticides and herbicides as directed.
14. Maintains a variety of automated and manual logs, records and files.

When Assigned to Parks and Grounds Maintenance Division:

1. Prunes and plants trees, grass, sod, flowers and shrubs; weeds grounds; rakes leaves; fertilizes, mows, cultivates and trims all landscaped areas.
2. Maintains city sports and recreational facility grounds.
3. Operates construction and maintenance equipment such as dump trucks, skip loaders, front-end loaders, tankers, compression water pumps, weed cutters, mowers and hedgers, cement mixers, backhoes, tack trucks, steel wheel pneumatic rollers, fork lift and various other equipment for a variety of maintenance and construction operations.
4. Provide custodial services for parks and facilities, including cleaning and removal of trash.

Marginal Functions

1. Responds to routine citizen inquiries and complaints; provides information within the area of assignment; resolves complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
2. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Requirements
Experience

Two years of experience performing maintenance work involving the operation of light and heavy construction and maintenance equipment.

Training

Equivalent to graduation from high school.


Licenses and Certifications

As a condition of continued employment, employees must acquire the following certifications by the dates specified.

Possession of an appropriate, valid Class B commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement on the date of application, and maintenance thereafter.

Within 15 days of initial hire, provide documentation of completion within the last five years of an OSHA-10 course in construction industry safety and health hazard recognition and prevention, developed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration of the U.S. Department of Labor. Completion card must be continuously maintained while employed in this classification.

Employee must attend training in work zone safety measures as requested by department management.

Possession of a Grade I Collection System Operator Certificate from the Nevada Water Environment Association is desirable.

Special Requirement

May be required to respond to emergencies such as storm clean-up or sewer overflow.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of

Operation and maintenance requirements of power-driven equipment.
Practices, methods and materials used in general construction, grounds maintenance and general maintenance work.
Traffic laws, ordinances and rules involved in heavy equipment operations
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
Use of hazardous chemicals, herbicides and fertilizers.

Skills in

Reading and interpreting maps, sketches, drawings, specifications and technical manuals.
Performing a variety of manual tasks for extended periods of time in unfavorable weather conditions.
Performing heavy manual labor.
Working independently in the absence of supervision.
Learning, understanding and applying pertinent laws, rules and regulations.
Understanding and following oral and written instructions.
Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Competencies

Core Workforce Competencies

Professionalism - Demonstrates core values by being honest, respectful and positive.

Effective Communication - Expresses verbal and written thought in a clear and understandable manner.

Customer Focus - Demonstrates genuine concern and satisfies external and/or internal customers based on the CLV core purpose and values.

Adaptability - Able to effectively modify behavior to suit changing workforce demands.

Problem Solving - Solves problems by considering all causes, solutions and outcomes.

Productive Partnerships - Develops, maintains and strengthens partnerships with others.

Technical and Safety Expertise - Possesses a depth of knowledge, skill and ability in a technical (job) area.
CITY OF LAS VEGAS, NEVADA
LVCEA Compensation and Benefits - 2026
COMPENSATION

Annual Base Pay Increases

• Negotiated as part of the collective bargaining process.
• Step (Merit) Increase - typically awarded on the anniversary date of hire, up to range maximum.

BENEFITS

Uniform Allowance

• Available for some classifications.

Tool/Equipment Allowance

• Available for some classifications.

Retirement

• Benefit eligible employees participate in the Public Employees' Retirement System of Nevada (PERS). PERS, a statewide defined benefit plan, calculates retirement benefits based on 2.25 percent (current percentage for employees hired 7/1/15 and after)for each year of service, applied to the employee's highest consecutive 36-month average salary. PERS also requires that employees share 50 percent of the PERS contribution, which is implemented by reducing the city's salary ranges. The highest consecutive 36-month average salary is increased commensurate with the salary range reductions required by PERS.

Deferred Compensation

• The city offers a 457(b) Plan which is a government deferred compensation plan similar to a 401(k) plan. It offers both pre-tax and after-tax savings and investment options.

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

• Employees are covered the first of the month following date of employment. Five medical plans, two dental, and two vision plans are available. City pays 100% of employee premium + 50% of dependent premium.

Life and AD&D Insurance

• City provides $20,000 insurance at no cost.
• Additional voluntary life insurance and AD&D insurance available for purchase.

Disability Insurance

• City provides a long term disability policy:
  • LTD: Employees who normally work at least 30 hours/week are eligible. Benefits may begin after 90 days of an approved disability leave. Payment is up to 60% of earnings, up to $11,000/month, and may not be supplemented with sick or vacation.

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

ANNUAL PHYSICAL EXAMS

• Employees covered by a City health plan and their covered spouse and dependents over age 18 are eligible for a comprehensive wellness physical exam annually at no cost to them at ARC Health and Wellness..

VACATION (Hours/Year)

• Year 1-2: 80 hours
• Years 3-7: 120 hours
• Y ears 8-10: 128 hours
• Years 11-15: 180 hours
• Year 16 and over: 200 hours
• Maximum accrual: 250 hours, if hired after 12/3/2014
• Sell-back: Up to 60 hours each year; must leave a balance of 40 hours in leave bank.

HOLIDAYS

• City provides 12 paid holidays plus a birthday holiday.

SICK LEAVE

• Sick Leave: 104 hours per year
• Maximum Accrual: 420 hours, if hired after 12/03/2014
• Sick Leave Bonus: Negotiated sick leave bonus
• Payout at Separation: See contract

RETIREE HEALTH AND LIFE INSURANCE

• Available for purchase - retiree pays full cost of premiums.

NOTE: Benefits subject to change
Revised 12/10/2025
01


Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in DISQUALIFICATION from the selection process.Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

• I agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that my responses can be verified from information included within the application.

02


Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

03


What type of driver's license do you have? (Must Attach)

• Class A
• Class A w/Tanker Endorsements
• Class B
• Class B w/ Tanker Endorsements
• Class C
• None

04


A REQUIREMENT of this position is that you attach a copy of your Commercial driver's license with Tanker endorsements to your online application.

• I understand I must attach a copy of my CDL to my ONLINE application if not attached my application will be DISQUALIFIED.

05


How many years of experience do you have performing maintenance work involving the operation of light or heavy construction and maintenance equipment?

• No Experience
• 1 Year
• 2 Years
• 3 Years
• 4 Years
• 5+ Years

06


Please check the certification which applies to you. Your certification must be CURRENT and must reflect on your online application.

• None
• OSHA-10 Course
• OSHA-30 Hour
• Grade 1 Collection

07


Please check the equipment that you have operated in the field.

• Backhoe
• Bulldozers
• Compactors
• Commercial Lawn Mowers
• Skid Steer
• Dump Trucks
• Excavators
• Graders
• Jackhammer
• Loaders
• Mini Vactor
• Trenchers
• Water Truck
• Wheel Tractor Scraper
• 18-Wheel Tractor Trailer
• Other

08


SUPPLEMENTAL EXAMINATION: Questions 10 through 14 below are the examination for this recruitment. Your responses to the following questions will be read and scored by a Subject Matter Expert (SME). While reviewing your responses, the SME will not have access to your application/resume. Although you may have some of this information on your application, you will need to answer the questions completely. In order to give the SME the best opportunity to evaluate your responses, please make sure you read the question carefully and fully answer all the questions asked. This is your only opportunity to provide detailed information. Failure to provide full and complete answers may affect the outcome of your score and placement on the eligibility list. PLEASE DO NOT COPY AND PASTE YOUR RESUME.

• I have read, understand and will comply with the above information.

09


When responding to the supplemental questions below, do not type "see resume." To receive credit for your responses during the examination process, you must provide complete answers based on your own experience. If you do not have experience in a particular area, please enter "N/A."

• I have read, understand and will comply with the above information

10


Please identify the safety features in the cab of a 10-wheel dump truck.In order to receive every consideration in our process, you must be concise but detailed in your response. Indicate your employer, the amount of time in years and your level of experience.
11


Please describe your experience and the steps you would take to load a 1-ton truck using a skid steer.In order to receive every consideration in our process, you must be concise but detailed in your response. Indicate your employer, the amount of time in years and your level of experience.
12


Please describe the procedure to prepare a site to excavate in a paved surface for a pipe repair with a backhoe.In order to receive every consideration in our process, you must be concise but detailed in your response. Indicate your employer, the amount of time in years and your level of experience.
13


Please describe your experience and the steps you would take to load and securing a backhoe to a flatbed trailer. In order to receive every consideration in our process, you must be concise but detailed in your response. Indicate your employer, the amount of time in years and your level of experience.
14


Please Describe the personal protective equipment associated with operating an open cab skid steer to clean a storm debris. In order to receive every consideration in our process, you must be concise but detailed in your response. Indicate your employer, the amount of time in years and your level of experience.
Required Question