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Facilities Maintenance Worker

Salary

$59,592.00 - $83,824.00 Annually

Location

City of Reno, NV

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

Job Number

353125P

Department

Maintenance and Operations

Opening Date

11/14/2025

Closing Date

11/23/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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Description

Promotional Opportunity

This is an internal recruitment only for current qualified classified City of Reno Employees

The ideal candidate in this position will perform basic and routine tasks in the maintenance, repair, and modification of City buildings, facilities, and related infrastructure. They will also be responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, and servicing systems such as electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry, while ensuring all work complies with applicable codes, safety standards, and departmental procedures. A successful candidate in this position will work independently in carrying out assigned tasks and contribute to the safe and effective operation of City facilities.

This is an internal recruitment to provide a promotional opportunity for all qualified current classified City of Reno employees.

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

+ Assists skilled and semi-skilled staff with the maintenance and repair of City buildings, facilities, and grounds.

+ Prepares, cleans, and maintains work areas following maintenance, repair, or construction activities.

+ Moves, loads, and delivers equipment, supplies, tools, and bulk materials using appropriate lifting methods.

+ Installs, adjusts, and disassembles office furniture, fixtures, and modular components as directed.

+ Performs routine facility tasks including replacing light bulbs, batteries, ceiling tiles, and door alarms.

+ Prepares surfaces for painting and flooring; applies paint, stain, and finishes to complete basic touch-ups.

+ Assists with minor carpentry, tiling, and flooring work including replacing baseboards and tiles.

+ Uses mobile or computerized systems to document completed work, input service data, and access infrastructure information.

+ Escorts contractors in secured or restricted areas and provides general facility information as needed.

+ Performs janitorial and grounds duties to support cleanliness and upkeep of assigned areas.

+ Tests and treats water in pools and splash pads to maintain safe chemical balance and remove debris.

+ Operates light-duty vehicles and equipment such as lift gates, scissor lifts, and forklifts following training.

+ Assists with basic inspections of facilities or grounds and reports findings to appropriate staff.

+ Responds to service requests and interacts with employees and the public in a courteous and professional manner.

+ Performs other non-essential duties as assigned. These may include marginal, incidental, or minimal tasks that can be redistributed if needed.

Minimum Qualifications

The following minimum qualifications are required to be met at the time of application.

Education:

Graduation from high school or equivalent.

Experience:

Four years of facilities maintenance experience including some experience in a skilled trade area such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, fabrication, or HVAC.

OR

Four years of combined experience within the maintenance worker job series in the Sewer or Streets division at the City of Reno including two years at the Maintenance Worker II level or higher.

License:

Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Requirements of the Position:

+ OSHA 10-hour certification is required within 15 days of hire.

+ All required certifications/trainings as mandated by state and federal laws, or as required by the City, must be obtained and maintained as a condition of continued employment.

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 November 23, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. PT. If a computer or mobile device is not available to you, suggested locations to submit an online application include: the City of Reno City Hall 2nd floor computer kiosk or Civil Service Office, any Nevada Job Connect location, local libraries, or educational facilities.

If you are having difficulty logging into your governmentjobs.com 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 online assessments which includes a Cognitive Abilities Test and an Employee Personality Profile; along with a Training and Experience evaluation (T&E) weighted as follows:

+ Training & Experience Evaluation (T&E) = 70%

+ Cognitive Abilities Test = 30%

+ Employee Personality Profile = Informational purposes only

Online Assessment Details:

Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the online assessments once the recruitment has closed. These tests 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 23, 2025 .Please make sure to check for emails around this time, including your spam folder, so that you do not miss this testing opportunity.All assessments must be completed within the designated testing window to move forward in the hiring process.

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 within two weeks of the job posting closing.

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 governmentjobs.com profile .

Testing Accommodation:

We strive to ensure equal access for all individuals. If you require an accommodation due to a disability, you must inform the Chief Examiner by completing theAccommodation Request Form (https://forms.office.com/g/wTdNZh4Aih) by the closing date of this announcement. All requests will be handled with confidentiality and respect.

Employee/Veteran Preference in the Event of Tie Scores:

Promotional Examinations (Rule VIII, Section 7):

If two or more employees earn the same final score (including seniority points), veterans’ preference will be applied if any of the tied employees have submitted proof of an honorable military discharge. This preference is only used to break ties. If a tie still remains, it will be broken based on seniority in the current classification. Proof of honorable discharge must be submitted with the application.

Seniority Points:

Seniority Credit (Rule VIII, Section 9):

Classified employees of the City of Reno shall receive seniority credit computed by adding to a passing score as follows:

The final ranking will include the applicable seniority points added to the overall grade of the examination process. For each full year of continuous service completed, 0.2 points will be added up to a maximum of ten (10) years... 2 points will be the maximum.

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 [email protected] .

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 thisHealth and Welfare Benefit Link (http://www.reno.gov/government/departments/human-resources/benefits) 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 this position. 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

Are you a current classified City of Reno employee?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Which of the following best describes your qualifying paid work experience?

+ I have less than four years of facilities maintenance experience including some experience in a skilled trade area such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, fabrication, or HVAC.

+ I have four years or more of facilities maintenance experience including some experience in a skilled trade area such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, fabrication, or HVAC.

+ I have less than four years of combined experience within the maintenance worker job series in the Sewer or Streets division at the City of Reno including two years at the Maintenance Worker II level or higher.

+ I have four years or more of combined experience within the maintenance worker job series in the Sewer or Streets division at the City of Reno including two years at the Maintenance Worker II level or higher.

05

Provide a list of employers where you gained your qualifying paid 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.

This information must be provided in order to continue in the screening process,"See Resume" or "See Application" as a response may be grounds for disqualification.

06

Do you have a valid driver's license?

+ Yes

+ No

07

Which of the following best describes your status in regards to possession of an OSHA 10-hour certification?

+ I have an OSHA 10-hour certification.

+ I have the ability to obtain an OSHA 10-hour certification within 15 days of hire.

+ I do not have the ability to obtain an OSHA 10-hour certification within 15 days of hire.

08

This position requires all certifications and trainings mandated by state and federal laws or by the City to be obtained and maintained as a condition of employment. I am able to meet this requirement.

+ Yes

+ No

09

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.

Failure to provide adequate responses to the following questions may result in lower scores or disqualification from the selection process.

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

+ Yes

+ No

10

How many years of experience do you have responding to service requests for the maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities as part of your regular job duties?

+ I do not have any experience working in this area

+ Minimal, less than six months

+ Six months but less than one year

+ One year but less than three years

+ Three years but less than five years

+ Five years or more

11

In order to receive credit for your experience in the previous question, please provide specific examples of the work you have performed in that area (responses should be 2-3 paragraphs).

12

Select all of the facilities maintenance tasks you have performed as a routine part of your job responsibilities for at least one year or more.

+ Performing repairs or servicing of building systems (e.g., lighting, plumbing, HVAC)

+ Replacing or repairing routine building components or fixtures.

+ Assembling, installing, or relocating furniture, equipment, and modular components

+ Cleaning, organizing, or maintaining work areas after maintenance or projects

+ Performing basic janitorial or groundskeeping duties

+ Assisting with carpentry, tile, and flooring maintenance

+ None of the above

13

To receive credit for your experience, support your response to the previous question by providing specific examples of the work you performed in each of the areas you selected.

14

Select all of the safety-related activities you have performed as a routine part of your job responsibilities for at least one year or more.

+ Following OSHA standards for workplace safety

+ Conducting regular inspections of tools, equipment, and work areas

+ Identifying potential safety hazards during inspections or daily work

+ Correcting or mitigating hazards once identified

+ Using personal protective equipment (PPE) consistently

+ Participating in safety training, drills, or simulations

+ Reporting safety incidents or near misses promptly

+ Maintaining accurate safety records and documentation

+ Advising coworkers on safe work practices and procedures

+ Developing or implementing preventive measures to reduce risks or accidents

+ None of the above

15

Select all of the following equipment you have operated as a routine part of your job responsibilities for at least one year or more.

+ Lift gates

+ Scissor lifts

+ Forklifts

+ Pallet jacks

+ Boom lifts / cherry pickers

+ Hand trucks / dollies

+ Floor scrubbers / buffers / polishers

+ Pressure washers

+ Snow blowers

+ Lawn mowers

+ None of the above

16

Use the information found in the following scenario and instructions to answer this question.

Scenario:You receive a service request to fix a flickering light in a meeting room. When you arrive, the person who submitted the work order is upset and irritated because the issue has been going on for a few days and they have an important meeting starting soon.

Instructions:Detail how you would handle this situation?

17

Briefly describe a time when you were responsible for multiple maintenance tasks that all seemed urgent. How did you decide which tasks to handle first, and what steps did you take to complete them?

Required Question

Employer

City of Reno

Address

PO Box 1900Reno, Nevada, 89505

Phone

(775) 334-2223

Website

http://www.reno.gov/jobs

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