Engineering Technician III

Serve your community. Make a difference. Grow your career. MEANINGFUL WORK awaits you here at the City of North Las Vegas. We serve one of the largest culturally diverse cities in the nation and our community continues to grow! If you value Accountability, Communication, and Teamwork then you are just the person we are looking for!

An Electronics Technician III is an essential member of our team and we invite you to apply and help contribute to CNLV’S growing success! Please thoroughly review the information and selection process outlined below this announcement.

Internal Notice for Teamster Team Members: This posting will create a non-probationary internal Teamster eligibility list and fill 1 vacancy for this classification. The current vacancy is in the PUBLIC WORKS department. The internal Teamster eligibility list will be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification, for up to one hundred and eighty (180) days. Non-probationary Teamster team members successfully completing the selection process will be placed on the internal Teamster eligibility list. All other team members including part-time/temporary employees along with external candidates may apply for this recruitment. These individuals may be considered after the appropriate recruitment process of the collective bargaining agreement has been followed. If the vacancy is not filled through promotion by a full-time non-probationary Teamster team members, the next opportunity for placement will be to hire qualified part-time/temporary employees and external candidates.

Please thoroughly review the information and selection process outlined below this announcement.

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

Submit a Complete Application – For your application to be considered, you MUST fully complete an online application by providing sufficient information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications, attach any documents as necessary, and answer ALL questions. Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this announcement and click “SUBMIT” at the end of your application.

Pay Considerations –The starting hourly pay for this position is $31.58. The selected candidate for this position will start at the beginning of the salary range, no exceptions. Existing employees will receive increases as outlined by their bargaining agreement.

Work Schedule – This position is scheduled to work 4 days per week, 9 hours per day (36 hour work week), Monday through Thursday, 7:00am to 5:00pm. May be required to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, overtime, stand-by, or call back during off hours to respond to emergencies as required by department needs

THE ROLE

Performs technical paraprofessional office and field engineering work including designing, drafting, plan checking, surveying and related work. Technical supervision is exercised over lower-level technical personnel.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate for this position is a detail-oriented and highly organized technical professional with a strong foundation in civil engineering principles and practices. They possess expertise in drafting, surveying, and reviewing public works and utility plans, ensuring compliance with city codes, standards, and specifications. Has the ability of interpreting complex engineering documents, legal descriptions, and construction plans, and has experience coordinating with internal teams, developers, contractors, and utility companies. Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role, along with proficiency in computer-aided drafting (CAD) and GIS software. The ideal candidate thrives in both independent and team-oriented environments, demonstrates initiative, and has the ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.

The full job description can be found here: Engineering Technician III

Check out some of our benefits here: CNLV Benefits Flyer

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school in engineering or related field; and,

Four or more years of progressively responsible related experience; or,

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Experience with land development permitting software, computer-aided drafting (CAD), and ESRI is preferred (depending upon division and section assignment).

Must possess a valid state driver's license and maintain satisfactory motor vehicle record with the ability to obtain appropriate Nevada state driver’s license within required time frame.

SELECTION PROCESS

Complete online application - Interested candidates MUST submit a completed application through the City’s application system. Evaluation of meeting requirements will be made solely on information provided on the application and any required attachments.

The selection process will begin with a screening of the application/resume - The best qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the assessment process. The selection process will include (dates to be determined).

Pre-screening interview - (Pass/Fail)

Oral Board Interview (Weighted 100%, Passing Score 70%):

Pre-Employment Screening Selected candidates for this position are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes but is not limited to local & state criminal history check; federal criminal history checks via submission of fingerprints; and drug screening. **IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Background check processing may take 2 to 3 months to complete

#. Selection/Offers

Note: Subsequent vacancies during the life of the internal eligibility list may require participation in an additional selection interview. The selection interview will be weighted 100%, requiring a passing score of 70% in order to be considered for the subsequent position vacancy.

The selection process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application.

QUESTIONS?

For questions about this position or the selection process, please contact:

Cristina Lopez, Talent Acquisition Partner,

Additional Information

Compensation