Salary : $48,380.80 - $66,476.80 Annually

Location : Winnemucca, NV

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 00182

Department/Office: County Manager's Office

Division: Facility Operations

Opening Date: 09/28/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

Description

Under general supervision, performs a variety of standard building and facility maintenance, and minor repair duties in buildings, facilities, and adjacent grounds; interacts with and provides standard information to the public. Some duties require the employee to drive a truck or other vehicle to transport personnel and/or equipment. Work assignments will vary depending upon season and projects to which assigned. Performs Maintenance Worker I duties as required. Works on call when scheduled to perform job duties as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

This is the working level class in the Maintenance Worker series. Position is distinguished from the Maintenance Worker I class by the responsibility for performing duties with greater independence with general supervision; the variety of tools, equipment, and techniques used; and the variety and complexity of duties performed. Also, at the Maintenance Worker II level, incumbents may act as a job or project leader for staff in the Maintenance Worker I class. May be assigned to assist in providing oversight and direction to volunteers, community service workers, or temporary/seasonal employees as required.

Supervision Exercised and Received:

Under General Supervision - Incumbents at this level are given assignments and objectives that are governed by specifically outlined work methods and a sequence of steps, which are explained in general terms. The responsibility for achieving the work objectives, however, rests with a superior. Immediate supervision is not consistent, but checks are integrated into work processes and/or reviews are frequent enough to ensure compliance with instructions.

Examples of Duties

(Performance of these functions is the reason the job exists. Assigned job tasks/duties are not limited to the essential functions).

Participates in the design, layout and planning of office, public facility, shop, and other remodeling, repair or modification projects affecting County buildings and facilities; 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 job.
Performs skilled and semi-skilled craft work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, electronics, carpentry, security, and related facility systems and components.
Inspects boilers, HVAC equipment, plumbing, generators, pumps, motors, and similar mechanical/electrical equipment on a regular basis; troubleshoots problems and repairs as required.
Performs general repairs that do not require a specialized technician. Examples may include repairing drywall, painting, and repairing doors and other building fixtures.
Supervises contracts and work of vendors and subcontractors; inspects work and approves payment.
Repairs and installs doors and door hardware; changes and keys locks; installs security devices, alarm systems, pneumatic door closures and related hardware; performs semi-skilled rough and finish carpentry work.
Inspects and maintains electronic information, communication, and control systems; ensures that sensors, controllers, and transmitters are in proper working condition.
Maintains and services a variety of test equipment and hand and power tools; keeps small inventory of frequently used supplies and hardware.
Maintains records of work performed and materials used.
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 team.
Performs snow removal and salting of facilities and access ways.
Operates and maintains a variety of hand and power tools and equipment related to activities.
Observes safe work methods and uses safety equipment; secures worksites from safety hazards as necessary; attends safety meetings.
When scheduled and on short notice, returns to work to performs job duties.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.

Typical Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: (KSAs are the attributes required to perform a job; generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education, or training.)

Knowledge of:

Principles, methods, and materials used in a variety of mechanical and electrical installation, maintenance, and repair work.
Operation and maintenance of a variety of hand, power and shop tools used in a variety of trade areas.
Safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work.
Shop mathematics.
Job estimation and planning principles and practices.
Basic practices and equipment of the plumbing trade.
Basic equipment and practices of the welding trade.
Basic practices and equipment of the carpentry trade.
Basic record keeping practices.
Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment.
Communicating effectively in oral and written forms.

Skill to:

Perform skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and repair to a variety of mechanical, electrical, HVAC and other facility operating systems.
Operate and maintain specialized tools and equipment of a variety of mechanical, electrical and facilities maintenance trades.
Measure and calculating angles, lengths, and volumes.
Design, lay out and prepare sketches for varied construction and maintenance jobs.
Estimate necessary materials and equipment to complete assignments.
Safely use and maintain hand and power tools related to the work.
Maintain accurate records of work performed.
Read and interpret manuals, specifications, drawings, and blueprints.
Use initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
Contribute effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the work

Ability to:

Install fixtures, decorations, etc.
Effectively organize and manage time.
Recognize the need to repair or refurbish fixtures and equipment; and
Follow instructions from supervisors or senior maintenance workers.

Required Certifications and Licenses: Possession of a valid driver's license or alternate means of travel. Ability to pass a Sheriff's Office grade background check. OSHA 10-Hour Construction Training certification within 15 days of date of employment in accordance with NRS 618.983(1).

Experience and Training : Any combination of training, education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to gain the required knowledge and ability is:

Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of skilled experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of building operating systems and facilities; or any combination of training and experience that would demonstrate the desired knowledge and abilities of the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Humboldt County is an Equal Employment Opportunity provider in the services it offers.

State and Local Income Tax

The Constitution of the State of Nevada prohibits the taxation of income.

Retirement
Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS)(1):

Humboldt County, Nevada contributes 33.50% of an eligible Regular Member's salary for retirement.

Nevada Deferred Compensation Program (NDC):

The NDC is voluntary retirement savings program for employees of the State of Nevada, NSHE and other local government employers.
The program is designed to supplement other retirement savings and pensions.
Contributions are made pre-tax and investment earnings are tax-deferred or you may invest on pre-tax(Roth) basis and your investment earnings will be tax free upon eligible withdrawal.
Both types of deductions are made through payroll.

Insurance Coverage
Insurance Stipend:

Humboldt County, Nevada provides a monthly insurance stipend to assist employees who elect to participate in any of the County offered insurance plans.
The stipend for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 is $1,300.00 per month.

Health Insurance Eligibility:

Employees working 30 hours or more per week are eligible for health insurance coverage.
Eligible employees as defined in the group health insurance plan are eligible to enroll in the group health insurance plan effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
Dependents of employees, as defined in the current plan booklet, are also eligible for coverage under the insurance plan at the employee's expense.
Employees must authorize a payroll deduction of any share of the health coverage premium, which is to be paid by the employee.

Health Plan Options (Administered by Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield):

Preferred Provider Organization (PPO)
1. Monthly coverage costs ae:
  1. Employee only: $860.92,
  2. Employee and Spouse: $1,894.02,
  3. Employee and Child/Children: $1,549.66, and
  4. Employee and Family: $2,668.85.
2. The calendar year deductibles for this plan are;
  1. Individual In Network: $1,000.00,
  2. Individual Out of Network: $2,000.00,
  3. Family In Network: $2,000.00, and
  4. Family Out of Network: $4,000.00.
3. After deductible has been met, a coinsurance(2) of the following will be applied:
  1. In Network: 20%, and
  2. Out of Network: 50%.
High Deductible Plan with HSA
1. Monthly coverage costs are:
  1. Employee only: $721.91,
  2. Employee and Spouse: $1,588.20,
  3. Employee and Child/Children: $1299.44, and
  4. Employee and Family: $2237.92.
2. The calendar year deductibles for this plan are;
  1. Individual In Network: $3,000.00,
  2. Individual Out of Network: $3,000.00,
  3. Family In Network: $6,000.00, and
  4. Family Out of Network: $6,000.00.
3. After deductible has been met, a coinsurance of the following will be applied:
  1. In Network: 0%, and
  2. Out of Network: 30%

Prescription Drug Insurance (Administered by Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield):

Preferred Provider Organization (PPO)
1. Preferred Network Pharmacy
  1. Tier 1 - Typically Generic
    1. $10 copay per Prescription, deductible does not apply (retail - 30 day supply)
    2. $25 Copay per Prescription, deductible does not apply (home delivery - 90 day supply)
  2. Tier 2 - Typically Preferred Brand
    1. $30 Copay per Prescription , deductible does not apply (retail - 30 day supply)
    2. $75 Copay per Prescription, deductible does not apply (home delivery - 90 day supply)
  3. Tier 3 - Typically Non-Preferred Brand
    1. $45 Copay per Prescription, deductible does not apply (retail - 30 day supply)
    2. $112 Copay per Prescription, deductible does not apply (home delivery - 90 day supply)
2. In-Network Pharmacy
  1. Tier 1 - Typically Generic
    1. $25 Copay per Prescription, deductible does not apply - (retail - 30 day supply)
    2. Home delivery - 90 day supply not covered
  2. Tier 2 - Typically Preferred Brand
    1. $55 Copay per Prescription , deductible does not apply (retail - 30 day supply)
    2. Home delivery - 90 day supply not covered
  3. Tier 3 - Typically Non-Preferred Brand
    1. $85 Copay per Prescription, deductible does not apply (retail - 30 day supply)
    2. Home delivery - 90 day supply not covered
3. Non-Network Pharmacy
  1. All Prescriptions
    1. 50% coinsurance, deductible does not apply
    2. Home delivery - 90 day supply not covered.
High Deductible Plan with HSA
1. In-Network Pharmacy (No Preferred)
  1. 0% Coinsurance after deductible is met (retail and home delivery)
2. Non-Network Pharmacy
  1. 30% Coinsurance after deductible is met (retail) and Not Covered (Home Delivery)

Dental Insurance Plan Options (Administered by Kansas City Life):

High Plan
1. Monthly coverage costs ae:
  1. Employee only: $52.63,
  2. Employee and Spouse: $93.24,
  3. Employee and Child/Children: $80.96, and
  4. Employee and Family: $132.07.
2. The calendar year deductibles for this plan are;
  1. $25 Annual deductible for basic and major services with a family maximum of 3. The deductible does not apply to preventative services.
3. After deductible has been met, a coinsurance(2) of the following will be applied for In and Out of Network:
  1. 20% Basic Services
  2. 50% Major Services
  3. 50% Orthodontic Services
4. Calendar Year Maximum per Person:
  1. Dental Maximum: $2,000
  2. Orthodontic Maximum: $1,500
Low Plan
1. Monthly coverage costs are:
  1. Employee only: $40.99,
  2. Employee and Spouse: $83.74,
  3. Employee and Child/Children: $73.09, and
  4. Employee and Family: $118.59.
2. The calendar year deductibles for this plan are;
  1. $50 Annual deductible for basic and major services with a family maximum of 3. The deductible does not apply to preventative services.
3. After deductible has been met, a coinsurance(2) of the following will be applied for In and Out of Network:
  1. 20% Basic Services
  2. 50% Major Services
  3. 50% Orthodontic Services
4. Calendar Year Maximum per Person:
  1. Dental Maximum: $1,500
  2. Orthodontic Maximum: $1,500

Vision Insurance Plan (Administered by Kansas City Life):

In-Network coverage with a VSP Provider:
1. Monthly coverage costs are:
  1. Employee only: $7.71,
  2. Employee and Spouse: $15.44,
  3. Employee and Child/Children: $16.51, and
  4. Employee and Family: $26.39.
2. The In-Network Copay is:
  1. $10 for an Eye Exam every 12 months
  2. $25 Materials Copay - Frames, lenses and contacts
    1. Frames (every 24 months)
      1. $130 allowance for frames
      2. 20% savings on the amount over your allowance.
    2. Lenses (every 12 months)
      1. Covered in full after Materials Copay
    3. Contacts (instead of glasses) every 12 months
      1. $130 allowance for elective
      2. Contact lens exam (fitting and evaluation)
      3. Necessary Contact Lenses
Out-of-Network Providers:
1. Monthly coverage costs are:
  1. Employee only: $7.71,
  2. Employee and Spouse: $15.44,
  3. Employee and Child/Children: $16.51, and
  4. Employee and Family: $26.39.
2. The Out-of-Network Allowances are:
  1. Exam - $45 Allowance
  2. Frames - $70 Allowance
  3. Lenses:
    1. Single Vision - $30 Allowance
    2. Lined Bifocal - $50 Allowance
    3. Line Trifocal - $65 Allowance
    4. Lenticular Lenses - $100 Allowance
  4. Contacts (including Elective and Necessary):
    1. $105 Allowance

Please contact Humboldt County Human Resources for additional information on available health insurance plans.

Leave Plans
Annual Leave:

All full-time employees will earn annual leave beginning from their initial date of hire at a rate of .0385 hours earned per hour's paid(3).
Part-time employees who regularly work 20 hours or more per week will earn annual leave on a pro-rated basis.
Employees earn additional annual leave hours at 3, 6, 11, 16 and 21 years of service up to a maximum of 192 hours per year.
While on probationary period, an employee cannot take annual leave for the first six months; the employee still accrues vacation leave during this time.

Sick Leave:

Eligible Humboldt County, Nevada employees accrue sick leave at the rate of .0384 hours for each hour worked up to a maximum accrual of 120 hours per year with a maximum accrual of 980 hours.

Holiday Leave:

Eligible Humboldt County, Nevada employees enjoy 12 paid holidays per year plus one additional day as a floating holiday(4).
Holidays eligible for paid holiday leave include;
- New Year's Day,
- Martin Luther King Day,
- President's Day,
- Memorial Day,
- Juneteenth Day,
- Independence Day,
- Labor Day,
- Nevada Day,
- Veteran's Day,
- Thanksgiving Day,
- Family Day (Friday after Thanksgiving), and
- Christmas Day.

Tuition Reimbursement

Humboldt County, Nevada values its employees and empowers them to enhance their skills by taking career related higher education courses as well as participating in job related workshops and seminars.
To that end, the County has a generous Tuition Reimbursement policy for accredited courses, reimbursing up to $4,500 per year(5) in educational expenses.

Note : Humboldt County, Nevada provides benefits to regular employees. Most part time positions are ineligible for benefits.

1: PERS retirement benefits are only available to employees hired in positions that work 20 hours per week or more on a regular basis. Positions of less than 20 hours per week (or less than 1040 hours in a fiscal year) will instead receive Social Security contributions.
2: Coinsurance is the percentage of costs paid by employees after they have paid/met their respective deductibles.
3: Employees will accrue annual leave during their introductory period but are not allowed to use annual leave until you they have been employed continuously for at least 6 months.
4: Employees are eligible to receive the additional floating holiday after successful completion of 1 year of service with the County.
5: Restrictions apply. Please contact Humboldt County Human Resources for more information.