FLEET SERVICE WORKER 3 (LAS VEGAS)
Salary
$48,024.00 - $69,948.00 Annually
Location
Las Vegas
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2026-02511
Department
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Opening Date
06/04/2026
Closing Date
6/11/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
A
Max Number of Applicants
50
Salary Grade
27
Full Physical Address of Position (City, State, Zip)
Las Vegas, NV
Job Summary
The Nevada Department of Transportation is hiring for a Fleet Service Worker 3 located in Las Vegas, NV. This position will assist with a variety of maintenance and operational tasks. Responsibilities include servicing equipment by lubricating parts, changing oil and filters, and performing other preventive maintenance to minimize repairs. The role also involves tire replacement, washing vehicles, and supporting equipment movement as needed. Additional duties include maintaining cleanliness in the shop and participating in yard clean-up to ensure a safe and organized work environment. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work and contributing to a team-oriented atmosphere.
Fleet Service Workers service vehicles and/or light, medium, and heavy construction and maintenance equipment; perform preventive maintenance; issue vehicles to employees; and perform basic diagnostic and repair work.
Essential Qualifications
Graduation from high school or equivalent education and three years of experience which included diagnosing and performing basic vehicle/equipment repairs and adjustments; performing preventive maintenance on a variety of vehicles/equipment; and maintaining vehicle/equipment records and reports; OR one year of experience as a Fleet Service Worker II in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
Job Duties
Perform preventive maintenance; tune engines, order parts and make minor repairs to ensure equipment is in proper working condition; examine vehicle/equipment records or preventive maintenance schedule to determine the type of service required; complete requisitions for required filters and parts; check fluid levels and add or change fluids as necessary; replace filters from the engine, transmission, hydraulic and fuel systems; lubricate the vehicle/equipment in accordance with manufacturer's specifications; replace spark plugs and wires; replace brakes and adjust ignition timing; replace the distributor cap and rotor; change belts and hoses; charge or replace batteries; replace lamps; repack wheel bearings; conduct safety inspection of systems and components; code repair tasks and maintain records of work performed.
Repair or replace tires and single or multi-piece rims and wheels which includes removing the tire from the axle; deflating the tire or pumping out the calcium chloride; repairing or replacing the tire; reassembling the tire on the wheel; inflating the tire; balancing and mounting the tire.
Wash and detail vehicles/equipment to ensure a presentable appearance; steam clean the engine or entire vehicle; clean windows, upholstery, and carpets.
Provide assistance to mechanics and storekeepers by picking up, delivering, and returning equipment and parts and verifying the accuracy of accompanying invoices and credit memos.
Reserve vehicles for employees; fuel vehicle/equipment; collect usage data and prepare summary reports; and schedule vehicles/equipment for service.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Under general supervision, incumbents perform the full range of duties described in the series concept, perform the more extensive maintenance and repair work, and may serve as lead worker to other Fleet Service Workers. Incumbents at this level are distinguished from lower-level Fleet Service Workers by the variety and complexity of work and the scope of responsibility. This is the journey level in the series.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Working knowledge of: principles of automotive repair and preventive maintenance; common methods of hand and power tools and other equipment used in the adjustment and repair of vehicles/equipment.
Ability to: work independently and follow through on assignments with minimal direction; interact diplomatically with vehicle/equipment users to explain policies and resolve complaints.
Skill in: performing preventive maintenance activities for a variety of vehicles/equipment; diagnosing routine mechanical/electrical failures and determining which repairs are necessary to restore a system to proper working condition; performing vehicle maintenance and repair work on light, medium and heavy equipment and vehicles.
Recruiter Contact Information: Clark Mandichak - clarkmandichak@admin.nv.gov
The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.
Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.
Benefits include:
Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees' Benefits Program (PEBP).
Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.
Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
No Nevada state income tax.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of "standard" or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.
Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).
For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF).
The following are legal holidays:
January 1.............................................. New Years Day
Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.s Birthday
Third Monday in February................ Washington's Birthday
Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day
June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day
July 4.................................................... Independence Day
First Monday in September.............. Labor Day
Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day
November 11........................................ Veterans Day
Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day
Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day
December 25........................................ Christmas Day
When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255
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A valid Nevada drivers license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment. Can you meet this requirement?
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Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. In addition, federal law requires random testing for controlled substances during employment. Can you meet this requirement?
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