Maintenance Worker III-Sewers Division

Reno; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Reno seeks a Maintenance Worker III in the Sewers Division to lead maintenance crews, operate heavy trucks and equipment, and oversee sewer and storm drain repairs.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, five years of related experience, and CDL with endorsements plus a flagger certification; bilingual candidates are encouraged. This is an internal promotional opportunity for current classified employees.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Five years of progressively responsible maintenance/construction experience in streets, sewers, storm drains or related facilities.
• Two years at a level comparable to Maintenance Worker II or four years at Maintenance Worker I.
• Possession of CDL with appropriate endorsements.
• Possession of flagger certification.
• Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise lower-level maintenance staff across city facilities and structures.
• Train assigned employees in maintenance methods and procedures.
• Operate heavy trucks and specialized public works equipment.
• Oversee repair of sewer and storm drain infrastructure and related works.
• Ensure safe work practices and compliance with standards.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Five years of maintenance/construction experience

Two years at Maintenance Worker II or four years at Maintenance Worker I

CDL with endorsements

Flagger certification

Bilingual encouraged

Job description

Promotional Opportunity

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

This recruitment will only be used to fill Sewers Division vacancies.

The City of Reno is accepting applications from current City employees for the position of Maintenance Worker III in the Sewers Division. The ideal candidate will have experience performing complex maintenance and repair work, operating heavy trucks and specialized equipment, and leading and training maintenance crews. This position is responsible for overseeing and participating in the maintenance and repair of City sewer and storm drain infrastructure, including sewer lines, manholes, catch basins, and related public works facilities, while ensuring adherence to safe work practices and procedures.

There is currently one vacancy in the Maintenance and Operations Department's Sewers Division, with hiring expected to begin immediately following the close of this recruitment. This recruitment will also establish an eligible list that may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

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.

• Lead, oversee, plan, train, and review the work of all lower level maintenance staff responsible for performing a variety of maintenance and repair work on various City facilities and structures such as streets, signs, sewers and storm drains, fountains, planters, trash cans, and related public works structures; participate in performing the most complex work of the unit including assisting the supervisor with day-to-day job planning and scheduling.
• Train assigned employees in their areas of work including maintenance and repair methods, procedures and techniques.
• Supervise the use, care and operation of appropriate public works tools and equipment including saws, hammers, shovels, light trucks, and heavy equipment.
• Verify the work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specifications; ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
• Operate a variety of heavy trucks and specialized equipment including sewer cleaning trucks, paving machines, grinders, paint stripers, street sweepers, backhoes, excavators, skid steer loaders, mowers, graders, rollers, water trucks and large front end loaders.
• Oversee and participate in performing a variety of complex tasks in the repair of City streets and right of ways including: removal and replacement of asphalt, overlays, crack sealing, pot hole patching, and painting of traffic markings to include cross walks, stop bars, directional arrows, lane markers, center lines, parking spaces, meter posts, barricades and traffic islands.
• Oversee and participate in performing a variety of complex tasks in the maintenance and repair of sewer and storm drain infrastructure including: remove and replace storm drain and sewer pipes, repair damaged catch basins and manholes, removal, repair and placement of concrete curbs, gutters, sidewalks, pads, sewer line cleaning, storm drain and catch basin cleaning, operation of CCTV equipment utilized to inspect and collect data within the sewer and storm drain systems.
• Perform a variety of complex tasks in the maintenance of drainage ditches including: vegetation reduction and removal, sediment removal, grading, and culvert replacement.
• Operate snow plows, sanders, and related snow removal equipment as required in the removal of snow and ice.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment per manufacturer's guidelines.
• Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
• Maintain inventory of 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.

Education:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

Experience:

Five years of increasingly responsible experience in the maintenance and/or construction of public or private streets, sewers and storm drains, or related public works facilities and structures including either two years at a level comparable to a Maintenance Worker II or four years at a level comparable to a Maintenance Worker I.

Note:

Maintenance Worker I level: Independently performing a variety of skilled maintenance and construction activities involving streets, sewers, storm drains, concrete, asphalt, traffic control, or related public works facilities and equipment.

Maintenance Worker II level: Performing Maintenance Worker I type work at a more advanced level, including responsibility for leading or training others, coordinating assigned work, reviewing work for quality and safety, and performing duties with limited supervision.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with appropriate endorsements.
• Possession of flagger certification.

Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Examination Process:

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and pass the examination process to be eligible for hire. The examination will consist of a Written Examination and Training and Experience (T&E) Evaluation, weighted as follows:

• Written Examination = 80%
• Training and Experience (T&E) Evaluation = 20%

Written Examination = 80% of final grade

Training and Experience (T&E) Evaluation = 20% of final grade

Written Examination:

Date: November 5, 2026

Weight = 80% of final grade

Subject areas that may be included on the written examination include:

• Workplace Safety and Procedures
• Mathematical Reasoning
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Supervision
• Spatial Orientation
• Reading

Training and Experience (T&E) Evaluation:

• Weight = 20% of final grade

Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E) Details:

• 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:

Qualified applicants will be notified by email of the exact date, time, and location of the examination.

Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications will also be notified within two weeks of the job posting closing.

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 the Accommodation Request Form by the closing date of this announcement. All requests will be handled with confidentiality and respect.

Contact Information:

Reports (Rule XV, Section 2) Applicants are responsible for keeping the Reno Civil Service Commission informed of their current contact information, including phone number, email, and mailing address.

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.

Probationary Period:

Certification of Eligibles, Appointments, and Probation (Rule VII, Section 12) Classified employees who are newly hired, promoted, reclassified, transferred, or who voluntarily demote to a lower position are subject to a probation period.

The only exception is if an employee chooses to voluntarily demote back to the exact job they previously held within 24 months of being promoted.

Questions and Updates:

Questions about the information on this announcement and updates to application information should be directed to Civil Service at [phone] or [e-mail].

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.