Clark County Department of Aviation is hiring: Electrician in Las Vegas

Overview

The Clark County Department of Aviation is seeking qualified candidates for the Electrician position. This journey-level role performs installation, repair, maintenance, and remodeling of electrical and electronic equipment and facilities, including street lighting systems, across Department of Aviation locations. The position provides emergency electrical power support to facilities.

Areas

This recruitment will be used to hire for various areas within the Facilities division, including Electrical, Airport Equipment Systems (AES), and Baggage Handling System (BHS).

Education and Experience

Equivalent to graduation from high school AND six (6) years of skilled experience in the electrical trade. Successful completion of a recognized apprenticeship as an electrician may substitute for four (4) years of the required experience. Attendance at a recognized trade school is desirable, as is experience with electronic controls and experience in an industrial or plant setting. Qualifying education and 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.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the design, layout and installation of office, public facility, shop, plant, street lighting, parks and athletic facility and other remodeling, repair or modification projects affecting County buildings and facilities.
• Takes measurements, prepares working drawings and sketches, and assists in preparing project specifications.
• Estimates materials, parts, tools and equipment needed for work assignments; orders and picks up materials and supplies from outside vendors as appropriate; prepares cost estimates for jobs.
• Performs skilled electrical work such as the installation of wire, conduit, outlets, fixtures, switches, appliances, timers, alarm systems, lighting and street lighting systems, appliances and other elements of office and public facilities.
• Performs skilled plant electrical work such as the installation of motors, pumps, generators, control systems, auxiliary power systems, data information systems, HVAC systems and similar major installations in plant and public facilities; may work from aerial lift equipment.
• Inspects and performs preventive maintenance on systems and equipment; tests emergency power, lighting, alarm and other backup systems to ensure ongoing usage.
• Installs and reroutes telephone, computer networks and other data communication lines; installs and maintains equipment such as surveillance cameras, computer components and electronic circuit boards.
• Tests and troubleshoots electrical and electronic components, repairs or orders and replaces components, rewires systems, and tests equipment prior to placing back into service.
• Reads diagrams, blueprints, specifications and manuals for installation and repair projects.
• Maintains and services electrical test and repair equipment and hand and power tools; keeps small inventory of frequently used supplies and parts.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit by offering suggestions and participating as an active team member; may direct the work of less skilled assistants on specific projects; ensures safety precautions are followed, particularly around energized circuits.
• Maintains records of work performed and materials used.
• Drives County vehicles to work sites and transports materials and assistants as required; may work from lift trucks, ladders and other elevating devices.

Working Conditions

Work extended shifts or be called back in emergency situations. May be required to work in confined spaces or a detention facility.

Licensing and Certifications

Must possess a valid Class C Nevada Driver's License at time of appointment. Certification for the State of Nevada F Fire Alarm/Protection System installation and maintenance is desirable.

Medical and Drug Testing

Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination and a pre-employment drug test.

Residency and Citizenship

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. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.

Background and Security

Employment is contingent upon completion of an education/experience background investigation, a fingerprint-based criminal history record check processed by the FBI, and the ability to be granted a security badge as mandated by the Transportation Security Administration. All prospective hires must present two original government-issued IDs upon acceptance of the job offer. Acceptable IDs include a Passport, Driver’s License or DMV-issued ID, birth certificate, Social Security card, Voter Registration card, school-issued ID with picture, etc.

Security Clearance

Employment in this job title is contingent upon a ten-year employment and five-year residency history record check and the ability to present original identity-based documentation to meet the requirements for a Security Seal.