MAINTENANCE REPAIR WORKER 3 - ELY
Salary
$48,024.00 - $69,948.00 Annually
Location
Ely
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2026-03147
Department
DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
Opening Date
07/20/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
A
Max Number of Applicants
50
Salary Grade
27
Full Physical Address of Position (City, State, Zip)
Ely, NV
Job Summary
The Nevada Department of Corrections is seeking to fill a Maintenance Repair Worker 3 at Ely State Prison. Incumbents will be performing basic carpentry work; patch roofs, remove walls, frame; install doors, building forms and pour concrete; build shelves, repair furniture, replace damages floor tiles, install and repair locks. Perform basic interior and exterior painting work; basic electrical work; basic mechanical repairs and maintenance on pumps, valves, fans, and other mechanical equipment; basic equipment maintenance and repair work to maintain building and grounds equipment and vehicles in proper working order; basic welding and machining work. Position works Monday - Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, holidays off.
Maintenance Repair Workers perform semi-skilled work in the building and mechanical trades to repair, construct, and/or maintain buildings, facilities, and equipment.
Essential Qualifications
Two years of experience performing semi-skilled work in a relevant building and/or mechanical trade; OR one year of experience as a Maintenance Repair Worker II in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Job Duties
Follow a maintenance and preventive maintenance schedule; perform and document completion of maintenance and preventative maintenance; survey and inspect assigned facilities to identify maintenance and preventative maintenance needs.
Perform basic plumbing work such as cutting openings to gain access to or accommodate pipes; measure, cut, assemble, and join plastic and metal pipes and fittings; secure pipes to structures with clamps, brackets, and hangers; install and repair valves and fixtures such as sinks, toilets, and drinking fountains; and open clogged drains to maintain, repair, and modify plumbing systems and fixtures.
Perform basic carpentry work; patch roofs, remove walls, frame, and fasten sheetrock to walls; install doors, building forms, and pour concrete; build shelves, repair furniture, replace damaged floor tiles, install and repair locks, make keys, and install windows and/or window coverings to maintain, repair, and modify facilities and fixtures. Perform basic interior and exterior painting work; tape, finish, and texture sheetrock; patch sheetrock and masonry surfaces; set up ladders and scaffolding, mask surfaces, and apply paint with brushes, rollers, and airless spray equipment.
Perform basic electrical work such as measuring, cutting, and installing conduit using clamps, connectors, and other fittings as required; pull wiring through the conduit; cut and connect wires to install fixtures such as switches, outlets, lighting fixtures and power equipment; test circuits and components; maintain and repair parking lot lights by replacing defective fuses, bulbs, wires, photoelectric timers and transformers; adjust and clean electric controls; troubleshoot and install new parts in defective appliances. Perform basic mechanical repairs and maintenance on pumps, valves, fans, and other mechanical equipment.
Perform basic equipment maintenance and repair work to maintain building and grounds equipment and vehicles in proper working order; tune and adjust equipment/vehicles, perform preventive maintenance, and replace worn or damaged parts such as rotors, plugs, and tires.
Perform basic welding and machining work such as shaping, joining, and installing ductwork; construct racks for storage; weld gates and fences; repair tools and equipment; and machine special purpose equipment. Order materials and supplies required for repairs and regular facility maintenance; maintain routine records related to work performed and supplies and materials used.
Monitor, service, and make basic repairs to boilers, oil and gas furnaces, and air conditioning systems such as cleaning boilers, testing water content, and adding water treatment; add refrigerant to air conditioning systems; and replace fuses, compressors, filter/dryers, air handler motors and thermostats to maintain systems in proper working order.
Perform related duties and manual labor as assigned.
Under general supervision, incumbents perform the more complex semiskilled level repair and maintenance work described in the series concept the preponderance of the time. Work situations encountered by incumbents at this level require more judgment and greater troubleshooting skills to diagnose malfunctions or adapt methods to accommodate unique requirements. This is the advanced journey level in the series.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
This job specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level.
General knowledge of: the characteristics and quality of materials used in relevant trades areas.
Ability to: adapt standard repair and maintenance procedures or methods to accommodate unusual circumstances; determine what repairs should be referred to a journey level trades worker; perform a variety of semi-skilled work relevant to the position to which assigned in one or more of the major building or mechanical trades to include plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, welding, heating, refrigeration and air conditioning, or equipment mechanics; diagnose the cause and extent of common equipment, component or basic system malfunctions.
Recruiter Contact Information: Susan Ashley - q.ashley@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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Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in these positions must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Can you meet this requirement?
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