Distribution System Service Person I (Flex)

Las Vegas Valley Water District; Texas; On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Las Vegas Valley Water District is hiring Distribution System Service Person I (Flex). The role starts at $31.45 per hour with 4/10 shifts and a path to level II at $38.22 after 6–12 months, based on performance. Outdoor work, CDL and operator certification are favorable.

Location is Valley View Campus in Las Vegas; openness to flexible scheduling including evenings and grave shifts is required. Ideal candidates have trades experience and a safety-first mindset.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction trades and safe working practices.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot in the field.
• Willingness to learn and adapt; motivated self-starter.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair and maintain the District's distribution mains and service lines.
• Diagnose faults and troubleshoot issues in the field; operate related equipment.
• Perform duties as assigned to support water distribution operations.
• Follow safety procedures and contribute to team effectiveness.

Skills

Construction trades knowledge

Safe working practices

Field troubleshooting

Willingness to learn

Team player

Education

Nevada CDL (Class A) desirable

Nevada Water Distribution Op I cert desirable

Job description

Distribution System Service Person I (Flex)

Open Date: 10/26/26

Close Date: 11/10/26

Salary: $31.45 per hour

Job Type: Regular

Location: Valley View Campus, 1001 S. Valley View Blvd., Las Vegas

FILING DEADLINE: The first 100 applications submitted ON or BEFORE 11:59pm, Monday, November 9th, 2026, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST.

3 VACANCIES

This position is a flex position. Candidates will be hired at a level I, with a starting salary of $31.45 hourly. After a 6-12 month period, the selected candidate will be evaluated to determine if they meet the criteria to flex to a level II, with a starting salary of $38.22.

HOURS OF WORK: 4/10's; Shift to be determined based on operational needs. Must be willing to work flexible schedule, including evenings, and grave.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience in the construction trades and safe working practices while on the job; will be able to learn new skills, perform to the best of their abilities, diagnose and troubleshoot issues in the field and take direction and retain the information. A self-started and will be motivated to learn the skill set to become proficient within the position. Demonstrate a positive attitude and understand the importance of their position on the team and within the organization. Be comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.

A Class A CDL and Nevada State Environmental Protection Division Water Distribution Operator I Certificate are highly desirable.

Introduction

Human Resources will screen applications and supplemental questionnaires. Candidates possessing the strongest skills and experience for this position will be forwarded to the hiring department for further evaluation and to determine who will be invited to the formal interview process. The candidate hired will be required to pass a drug screening, background check and may be required to pass a job-related physical evaluation.

General Purpose

Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the installation, repair and maintenance of the District's distribution mains, service line laterals and related appurtenances to supply in-valley and out-valley residential, commercial, industrial and reclaimed water customers; and performs related duties as assigned.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Distribution System Serviceperson I is the entry-level class. Initially under direct supervision, incumbents learn and perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled duties in the installation, maintenance and repair of the District's water distribution systems, facilities and equipment. This class is alternately staffed with Distribution System Serviceperson II, and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience, obtaining the required certifications and demonstrating proficiency that meets the qualifications for the higher-level class.

Distribution System Serviceperson II is the skilled, journey-level class in this series. Under general supervision, incumbents in this class perform the full range of assigned duties with a significant degree of independence and sound judgment. Incumbents may act as Crew Leaders or Heavy Equipment Operators in the absence of those individuals and may be assigned to operate specialized vehicles or equipment or work independently on assigned jobs. Work requires a learned knowledge of the distribution system and its features and the knowledgeable application of a wide variety of installation, maintenance and