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City of Reno

Maintenance Worker I

City of Reno, Reno, Nevada, United States, 89550

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Salary:

$49,046.40 - $69,035.20 Annually Location :

City of Reno, NV Job Type:

Full-Time Regular Job Number:

373125B Department:

Public Works Opening Date:

10/22/2025 Closing Date:

11/2/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Description Join the City of Reno and become part of an amazing team who strives every day to make our community a place we are all proud to call home.

The ideal candidate in this position will perform a variety of maintenance and repair work on various City facilities and structures such as streets, signs, sewers, storm drains, fountains, planters, trash cans, and related public works structures. They will participate in snow and ice removal activities as well as graffiti removal activities. The successful candidate will operate a variety of public works maintenance tools and equipment.

We currently have multiple vacancies in the Maintenance and Operations Department in which hiring will begin immediately following the close of this recruitment. This recruitment will also establish a list for future vacancies, which will be filled as they occur. This is an open competitive opportunity for all qualified applicants. The City of Reno is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to everyone. This commitment is an integral part of our efforts to ensure that we have a diverse and representative workforce that serves the community of Reno.

Examples of Essential Functions

Perform a variety of maintenance and repair work on various City facilities and structures such as streets, signs, sewers, storm drains, fountains, planters, trash cans, and related public works structures. Operate a variety of equipment and hand and power tools in the performance of assigned functions; haul and dump debris, cut trees, branches and shrubs, and pick up litter. Perform a variety of maintenance duties in the overlay of street surfaces; rake and spread asphalt; seal cracks and patch streets; perform pot hole patching and surface repairs using jack hammers and other equipment to fill and compact repaired areas. Perform street cuts for excavation and replacement of new asphalt; remove and replace concrete and asphalt; construct forms, lay cement and finish cement on curbs, gutters and sidewalks; perform cement repairs and patch work. Operate snow plows, sanders, and related snow removal equipment as required in the removal of snow and ice. Install street barricades and cones prior to the performance of street repair activities; direct and control traffic around work sites. Fabricate, prepare, paint, or silk screen street markings and signs; engrave plastic signs; replace and repair street signs as necessary. Perform a variety of tasks in the painting of traffic markings and signs; operate street striping equipment; paint crosswalks, stop bars, stop signs, directional arrows, lane markers, parking spaces, meter posts, barricades and traffic islands. Assist in maintaining all City sewer lines; tear out old or damaged storm drain pipe or sewer pipe and install with new; clean and maintain storm drains, pipes and catch basins using appropriate equipment. Assist other staff with routine and emergency repairs and preventive maintenance on sewer lift stations; change or repair filters, sump pumps, dehumidifiers, vent fans, lighting buffers, bubbler systems, fences, ceramic seals, valves, motors and electrical and plumbing systems. Assist other staff in maintaining and repairing telemetry system including antennae, electrical conduit, remote transmitter units, power boxes, dry contacts and switching boxes; maintain air monitoring meters for confined space entry activities. Remove graffiti within the City by various means including painting, pressure washing, sand blasting, and chemical wipes; photograph various instances as necessary and download pictures. Monitor and repair electronic sprinkler systems and associated control devices. Utilize proper safety precautions related to all work performed. Maintain inventory of tools, parts, and supplies; obtain price quotes and purchase tools, parts, and supplies. Estimate time and materials needed for jobs assigned; requisition tools and supplies as required. Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints or refer to higher level staff. Perform related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications The following minimum qualifications are required to be met at the time of application.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent. Experience:

One year of general maintenance experience is desirable. License or Certificate:

Valid driver's license. Possession of, or ability to obtain a commercial driver's license (CDL) with appropriate endorsements AND a Flagger's card issued by the state of Nevada within the probationary period (six months).

**Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.**

Supplemental Information

To Apply: Please submit your completed application and all additional information/documentation requested online at

www.reno.gov/jobs

by Nov 2, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. PT.

If a computer or mobile device is not available to you, suggested locations to complete and submit an online application include: the computer kiosk on the 2nd floor of Reno City Hall or the Civil Service Office, any Nevada Job Connect location, local libraries, or educational institutions.

If you are having difficulty logging into your profile, please call the applicant support line at 855-524-5627.

Examination Process: Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and pass the examination for this position to be eligible for hire. The examination will consist of an online Written Skills Test along with a Training and Experience evaluation (T&E) weighted as follows:

Written Skills Test = 80% Training & Experience Evaluation (T&E) = 20% Online Assessment Details: Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the online written skills test once the recruitment has closed. This test will be self-administered with no proctor, which means candidates will be able to complete them online at their convenience during the designated testing window.

The instructions and guidelines will be emailed to qualified applicants after the recruitment closes on November 2, 2025.

Please make sure to check for emails around this time, including your spam folder so that you do not miss this testing opportunity.

The online written skills test must be completed within the designated testing window to move forward in the hiring process.

Subject areas that may be included on the online written skills test include:

General Maintenance Math Workplace Safety Practices Unit Conversion Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E) Details: The T&E examination consists of a Supplemental Questionnaire. The questions may be viewed online under the tab marked

"QUESTIONS"

on the job announcement page. The T&E must be submitted online at the time of application.

Responses to your T&E questions should be consistent with the information given in your application details. Answers are subject to verification. Failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score; therefore, it is advantageous for you to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. In order to receive credit for education or training, you must attach copies of your transcripts, diploma, or relevant certificates to your online application. Resumes or questionnaires uploaded as attachments to the application will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question online. "See Resume" or "See above," etc., are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Changes or corrections to your responses cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. TIP:

It may be more efficient to develop your responses in a word processing document and then paste them into the online questionnaire to be submitted. Notification: Applicants are notified by email of their examination results. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications will also be notified.

We highly recommend opting in to receive text message notifications. Follow-up text messages may include updates about your application, next steps, and interviews. If you haven't opted in before, the option will appear before you submit your application. If you've previously opted in or out, you can update your choice anytime in account settings in your profile.

Testing Accommodation: If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability and will be requesting an accommodation, that request must be made to the no later than the closing date of this announcement.

Employee/Veteran Preference in the event of Tie Scores:

Open Competitive Examination (Rule VII, Section 7): In the event of tie scores, candidates will be provided a rank preference in the following order: City of Reno classified employees who are veterans City of Reno classified employees who are not veterans City of Reno non-classified employees and external candidates who are veterans

This preference is only used to break ties. Proof of honorable discharge must be submitted with the application.

Appointment and Certification: Appointments to positions in the City's Civil Service system are made on the basis of examination. Scores resulting from a competitive examination are used in determining a person's rank on an eligible register. The department may hire any of the persons referred. The names of those persons not hired may be considered when the next vacancy occurs, for as long as that register is viable.

Questions and Updates: Questions about the information on this announcement and updates to application information should be directed to Civil Service at (775) 334-2223 or

The City of Reno is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, assignment, training, compensation, promotion, retention, and disciplinary decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association, or any other protected class status applicable under federal or state law or City Charter. Please use this

Health and Welfare Benefit Link

to learn more about the City of Reno's great employee benefit plans and wellness programs. 01

Minimum Qualification Review

The following questions are a required part of your application for

Maintenance Worker I . Your answers will be used to assist the Civil Service Commission in evaluating your related work experience and education to determine that you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as listed on the job posting.

All information provided in your answers must be included for verification in the work experience section of your application and may be substantiated further by the City of Reno. Failure to provide a truthful response to all questions will be grounds for disqualification and you will not be considered further in the hiring process for this position.

By checking "I understand", you certify that you have read and agree to the above statement.

I understand

02

I have at least one (1) year of general maintenance experience in my paid work history.

Yes No

03

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, provide the list of employers where you gained that work experience from the work experience section of your application.

Include the name of the employer, your title, the amount of time you worked in the position (full-time equivalent), the work you performed, and your level of responsibility. 04

Which of the following best describes your highest level of education attained?

High School Diploma or the equivalent Technical or Trade school Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher None of the above

05

Do you have a valid driver's license?

I have a valid driver's license I have a valid commercial driver's license I do not have a driver's license

06

Do you have a Flagger Certification?

Yes No

07

Work in this position requires frequent entry and exit of various City vehicles, whilefollowing applicable safety regulations. I am able to meet this physical requirement.

Yes No

08

Work in this position requires the ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavyamounts of weight, defined as 25 to 50 lbs, frequently. I am able to meet this physicalrequirement.

Yes No

09

Work in this position is primarily performed in an outdoor setting subject to traffic hazardswhich may include close proximity to vehicles and heavy equipment. I am able to meetthis requirement.

Yes No

10

Work in this position is primarily performed in an outdoor environment and has potential for exposure to all types of weather and temperature conditions. I am able to meet thisrequirement.

Yes No

11

Work in this position is primarily performed in an outdoor setting subject to environmentalexposures that may include potentially poisonous animals/insects and hazardouschemicals and waste. I am able to meet this requirement.

Yes No

12

Work in this position may require frequent climbing of five-foot ladders throughout thecourse of the day. I am able to meet this physical requirement.

Yes No

13

Work in this position is subject to prolonged shifts on alternative work schedules or on-callshifts. I am able to meet this requirement.

Yes No

14

Work in this position may require pulling, recoiling and spraying a hose for extendedperiods of time. I am able to meet this physical requirement.

Yes No

15

Work in this position may require the cleaning and maintenance of City facilities andspaces, including public restrooms with potential exposure to hazards. I am able tocomplete this duty.

Yes No

16

Training and Experience Evaluation

The following section of the Supplemental Questionnaire is part of the Civil Service test for this position and must be completed online at the time of application. Questionnaires submitted as an attachment to the online application will not be considered. In order to receive every consideration in the selection process, you must complete all questions with concise but detailed answers and provide all requested information. All responses must be verified by the applicant in the work experience section of this application.

We will not score references such as "See Resume/Application" as a response.

Do you certify that all information provided in the Supplemental Questionnaire is true and correct to the best of your knowledge?

Yes No

17

Answer Questions 18- 24 by identifying your level of proficiency in each category.

Basic Proficiency • Undertakes basic or routine tasks (in some cases under supervisionand technical direction). • Has acquired technical skills or knowledge relevant to the jobrole or chosen profession, but not journeyman level of technical experience.

Intermediate Proficiency • Has acquired relative experience of the technical job roles andresponsibilities. • Accomplishes the technical tasks required by the work unit largelyindependently. • Has acquired a broad, working knowledge of principles, approaches, andbest practice theories.

Advanced Proficiency • Directs and assists technical teams to accomplish highly technicaltasks in complex situations. • Accomplishes complex tasks in areas of expertise withoutsupervision • Has acquired formal recognition or certification for meeting therequirements of the profession. • Utilizes extensive first-hand experience from a variety ofcontexts to demonstrate advanced technical competence.

Do not overstate your abilities or level of proficiency, as your answers will be reviewedand verified as part of the recruitment process. If you are contacted and scheduled for aselection interview, you may be further assessed to confirm your level of proficiency.

I have read and understood the above information.

18

Please select your level of proficiency in painting techniques and area preparation.

None Basic Proficiency Intermediate Proficiency Advanced Proficiency

19

Please select your level of proficiency in graffiti removal.

None Basic Proficiency Intermediate Proficiency Advanced Proficiency

20

Please select your level of proficiency in traffic control.

None Basic Proficiency Intermediate Proficiency Advanced Proficiency

21

Please select your level of proficiency in workplace safety.

None Basic Proficiency Intermediate Proficiency Advanced Proficiency

22

Please select your level of proficiency in working with concrete and/or asphalt.

None Basic Proficiency Intermediate Proficiency Advanced Proficiency

23

Please select your level of proficiency in street repair and maintenance.

None Basic Proficiency Intermediate Proficiency Advanced Proficiency

24

Please select your level of proficiency in sewer line connections, maintenance and repair.

None Basic Proficiency Intermediate Proficiency Advanced Proficiency

25

For the answers provided for Questions 18 - 24, please detail the list of employers where you gained that work experience from the work experience section of your application.

Include the name of the employer, your title, the amount of time you worked in theposition (full-time equivalent), the work you performed, and your level of responsibility. 26

The following question is asked for information purposes only and is not required to beanswered as part of the application process: Do you have a color vision deficiency?

Red-green color blindness Blue-yellow color blindness Complete color blindness None of these options apply to me

Required Question