About the Department

Under general supervision, performs journey level work in the operation of heavy equipment used in the construction and maintenance of County roads and facilities; and performs related work as required.

This is an Open Competitive/Countywide Promotional recruitment being conducted to fill a current full-time vacancy in the Community Services Department. The current vacancy is located in Incline Village, NV. Please only apply for this recruitment if you are available to work in Incline Village, NV on a full time and continuous basis. The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

For more information on this position, please see the Job Specification at Job Specifications and Salaries - Washoe County

Incline positions are covered under the WCEA non-supervisory contract, per Article 35 - Assignment Differential/Incline Transportation Allowance, subsections Assignment Differential (Incline/Gerlach/Vya) and Incline Transportation Allowance: NS-WCEA-2024-2028-Signed-CBA2.pdf (washoecounty.gov). This benefit currently includes $400.00 biweekly for all employees assigned to and residing in Incline Village, or $150.00 transportation allowance per pay period for non-residents of Incline Village assigned to that location.

The Community Services Department additionally offers benefits to positions meeting location - specific department requirements (as applicable) during approved operational periods including, but not limited to: Paid commute time; Washoe County provided carpool; eligibility to claim 24 miles of mileage roundtrip.

Position Duties

Three years of progressively responsible work experience in maintenance and construction work, including at least two years of experience in operating medium equipment; OR one year of experience as a Medium Equipment Operator and certification as a Heavy Equipment Operator by the Washoe County Roads & Stormwater Superintendent; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.

License Or Certificate

A valid Class A State of Nevada Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement is required at the time of application and must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.

Must obtain NV Flagging and Traffic Control Technician certifications within six months of appointment and must be maintained for continued employment in this classification.

The Ideal Candidate Will

Have experience with various types of heavy equipment used in a construction environment, preferably in road maintenance.
Have experience working in inclement weather conditions, including performing snow removal operations.
Be comfortable working in outdoor elements year-round.
Have experience using safe work practice in a construction environment.
Demonstrate commitment to public service, and value exceptional customer service.
Utilize effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Minimum Qualifications

The Washoe County Employees Association (WCEA) Non-Supervisory Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) covers the Heavy Equipment Operator position.

Employees in this classification, as CDL holders, are subject to drug and alcohol testing according to applicable County policies.

Please be advised that housing is not provided for the Incline Village, NV selected incumbent. Refer to WCEA non-supervisory contract for more information on County offered benefits: NS-WCEA-2024-2028-Signed-CBA2.pdf (washoecounty.gov).

Background checks will be conducted on selected applicants through the State of Nevada and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

Per the Washoe County Background and Reference Checks Policy, new and rehired employees are required to submit to a fingerprint based background investigation. Effective January 1, 2025, the $39.00 fee associated with this background investigation will be paid by the employee (if applicable) and deducted automatically from the first paycheck. Employment is contingent upon the results of the background check, although a record of conviction will not necessarily bar an applicant from employment.

Washoe County requires its employees to reside in the state of Nevada or neighboring California communities such as Truckee, South Lake Tahoe or Susanville as of their first day of work.

Washoe County hires all new employees at the minimum rate of the salary range and eligible employees may receive an annual merit increase of 5% until they reach the maximum salary for the classification. Upon promotion, current Washoe County employees are placed at the minimum rate of the salary range for the higher classification of the new position OR a promotional calculation, whichever is greater.

Other Qualifications

1. After your application is screened, you will be notified via the email you provided whether you have met the minimum requirements for the position. Those applicants who do not meet the qualifications have one (1) business day to file an appeal and request a review of their qualifications. Written appeals should be submitted via email to the assigned Human Resources Business Partner using the contact information listed on this job announcement.

2. Applicants who meet the minimum requirements for the Heavy Equipment Operator position will be placed on an unranked eligible list. The examination is waived for this recruitment in accordance with the Washoe County Personnel Handbook 5.160.

Pursuant to the Washoe County Personnel Handbook 5.160 - waiver of examination. The director of human resources may waive examination for those classes requiring specific training, education, certification, licensure, experience or when there are an insufficient number of qualified candidates.

3. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be placed on an unranked eligible list for the department to interview upon the close of the recruitment. Once referred, candidates will be contacted by email or telephone.

4. Please be advised you can log in to your NeoGov account and select:

“Applications” to view a list of the recruitments which you have applied for, your submitted application for each recruitment, a copy of the job listing, and your applicant history for each recruitment.
“Inbox” to view the notices which have been sent to you for each recruitment
“Account” to update your contact information. Please note to update your phone number on previously submitted applications you must contact [email protected].

If you have any questions regarding the Online Application Process you can find additional information at the following link: https://www.washoecounty.gov/humanresources/faq/online/index.php

Questions: Veronica North
[email protected]
775-328-2078

Washoe County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce that creates a sense of belonging for all employees and citizens, thereby encouraging persons from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for employment.

Washoe County will recruit, hire, train and promote into all job levels without regard to race, religion or belief, gender, marital status or domestic partnership, familial status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information (GINA), veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association or union or any other protected class under applicable federal or state law.

Benefits

Nevada PERS Retirement - Washoe County pays 100% of the PERS contribution for each benefit eligible employee.
Health, Dental, Life and Vision Insurance - Washoe County contributes 100% of the premium for each employee. Washoe County also contributes 50% of the premium for dependent coverage. Note: New employees are automatically enrolled in the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account. Washoe County contributes up to $2,500 annually (based on benefit effective date and coverage tier) into the employee's Health Savings Account (HSA). Newly hired employees become eligible for health benefits after 30 days of employment. Benefits Link - Click Here
Deferred Compensation plans available
12 Paid Holidays
Vacation Accrual (120 hours per year, increasing with continued employment)
Sick Leave (120 hours per year, increasing with continued employment)
Longevity Pay
Merit Increases - Full-time employees eligible to receive an annual merit increase of 5% until the position classification’s maximum salary is reached.
Cost-of living adjustments - historical annual COLA increases for 2017-2025 have ranged from 2.5% - 5.0%
There are no Social Security deductions (although a 1.45% deduction for Medicare is required)
Nevada does not have state or local income tax*

Supplemental Questions

Do you have a valid Class A State of Nevada Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement?

Do you have three years of progressively responsible work experience in maintenance and construction work, including at least two years of experience in operating medium equipment?

Required Question

Agency Information

Employer: Washoe County
Address: 1001 E. Ninth St., Bldg. A Rm. 220

Reno, Nevada, 89512
Phone: 775-328-2081
Website: https://www.washoecounty.gov/

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (INCLINE VILLAGE)