Maintenance Worker III-Streets Division

Maintenance Worker III-Streets Division

Salary

$59,592.00 - $83,824.00 Annually

Location

Corporation Yard, NV

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

Job Number

334126Streets

Department

Maintenance and Operations

Division

Paint & Sign

Opening Date

10/16/2026

Closing Date

10/26/2026 11:00 AM Pacific

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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 Streets Division vacancies.

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

There is currently one vacancy in the Maintenance and Operations Departments Streets 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.

Examples of Essential Functions

• 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 manufacturers 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.

Minimum Qualifications

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

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: Comparable experience includes:

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 drivers license (CDL) with appropriate endorsements.
• Possession of flagger certification.

Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Supplemental Information

To Apply:

Submit your completed application and all additional information/documentation requested through our job board at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/reno by October 26, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. PT. If a computer or mobile device is not available to you, suggested locations to complete an online application submittal 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.

Application Preparation:

A complete application is required, including detailed work experience and education. Résumés may be submitted as supplemental information but will not be reviewed when determining minimum qualifications.

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, Cognitive Abilities Test, and Training and Experience (T&E) Evaluation, weighted as follows:

• Written Examination = 70%

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

• Cognitive Abilities Test = 10%

Examination dates are for planning purposes and may change at the discretion of Civil Service or Maintenance and Operations Department. Candidates will be required to appear in person to complete the written examination and cognitive abilities test.

Written Examination:

• Date: November 4, 2026

• Weight = 70% 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

Cognitive Abilities Test:

• Date: November 4, 2026 (administered on the same day as the written examination)

• Weight = 10% of final grade

Training and Experience (T&E) Evaluation:

• Weight = 20% of final grade

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:

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.

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 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 Citys Civil Service system are made on the basis of examination. Scores resulting from a competitive examination are used in determining a persons 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 (775) 334-2223 or civilservice@reno.gov.

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 this Health and Welfare Benefit Link to learn more about the City of Renos great employee benefit plans and wellness programs.

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Minimum Qualification Review

The following questions are a required part of your application for this position. Your answers will be used to assist us in evaluating your related work experience and education to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as outlined on the job posting.

Things to consider before you proceed:

• Resumes are not reviewed or considered in the evaluation process.
• All of your relevant experience must be clearly listed in the work experience section of your application.
• Unlike a resume which summarizes duties, your application should include detailed descriptions of your job responsibilities, tasks performed, and scope of work.
• Complete information assists us to accurately evaluate your qualifications, training, and experience.
• List multiple positions with a single employer separately within the work experience section.
• Failure to attach copies of required certifications, licenses, and/or proof of education beyond high school may result in disqualification during the minimum qualifications review. Proof of high school diploma does not need to be submitted.
• Information provided in your application may be verified.

By checking below, you confirm your application contains accurate, complete and truthful information. Any evidence of falsification or omission of material facts may result in disqualification from the recruitment process in accordance with Civil Service Rules.

• I confirm

02

Are you a current classified City of Reno employee?

Please note that you will not be considered in this process if you are not a current classified City of Reno employee.

• Yes
• No

03

Have you completed the twelfth grade or achieved an equivalent level of education?

• Yes
• No

04

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

• I have less than 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.
• I have at least five years or more 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.

05

Do you have a valid commercial drivers license with appropriate endorsements?

In order to verify you meet this qualification, you must attach a copy of your license to your application.

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have a current flagger certification?

In order to verify you meet this qualification, you must attach a copy of your certification to your application.

• Yes
• No

07

This is your opportunity to provide any additional details about duties you performed that may qualify toward the required experience. Only positions listed in the work experience section of your application will be considered.

For each employer where you gained qualifying experience, provide:

• The employer's name
• Your job title(s)
• Clarifying details about your duties/responsibilities you performed that demonstrate how you meet the required minimum qualifications

If the information you provide in the work experience section and response to this question does not clearly demonstrate that you meet the specific experience requirements, you will not move forward in the recruitment process.

08

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

09

What is the largest number of employees you have directly led or supervised at one time?

• I have no experience leading or supervising employees.
• 1-3
• 4-6
• 7-9
• 10+

10

Which statement best describes the highest level of responsibility you have performed when leading or directing maintenance work?

Examples may include assigning and prioritizing work, coordinating daily maintenance activities, providing direction to crew members, reviewing completed work, or assisting with work planning and scheduling.

• I have no experience leading or directing the work of others.
• I have provided guidance or direction to coworkers on assigned tasks but have not been responsible for assigning or overseeing their work.
• I have assigned and coordinated routine maintenance tasks for other employees and monitored the progress of assigned work.
• I have led maintenance crews, including prioritizing and assigning daily work, providing work direction, and reviewing completed work for quality and safety.
• I have led maintenance crews and assisted with planning and scheduling work activities, coordinating personnel and equipment, and ensuring work is completed in accordance with established procedures and safety requirements.

11

Which of the following best describes your experience providing training or instruction to employees on maintenance-related tasks?

Examples may include demonstrating proper equipment operation, training employees on street maintenance or repair procedures, providing instruction on traffic control, or teaching safe work practices.

• I have no experience providing maintenance-related training or instruction.
• I have occasionally demonstrated maintenance tasks or procedures to coworkers.
• I have provided hands-on training to employees on maintenance tasks, equipment operation, or safety procedures.
• I have regularly trained employees on multiple maintenance-related tasks and evaluated their ability to perform the work correctly.
• I have been responsible for coordinating employee training, providing instruction, and evaluating employee proficiency in maintenance-related tasks.

12

Which of the following best describes your experience addressing and resolving work-related disagreements among coworkers or team members?

Examples may include disagreements about work assignments, clarifying responsibilities, communication issues, or differing approaches to completing maintenance tasks.

• I have no experience addressing work-related disagreements.
• I have participated in resolving disagreements involving my own work or responsibilities with guidance from others.
• I have independently addressed routine work-related disagreements with coworkers to reach a resolution.
• I have helped resolve disagreements among coworkers or crew members to maintain effective working relationships and complete assigned work.
• I have regularly taken the lead in resolving disagreements among crew members involving work assignments, priorities, or maintenance activities.

13

How many years of work experience do you have operating heavy construction or maintenance equipment, such as skid steers, front-end loaders, backhoes, or similar equipment?

• I do not have experience operating heavy construction or maintenance equipment.
• Less than one year
• One year but less than three years
• Three years but less than five years
• Five years but less than ten years
• Ten years or more

14

Which statement best describes your experience setting up and maintaining temporary traffic control for roadway maintenance or construction activities?

Examples may include placing traffic control devices, establishing lane closures, directing traffic, and implementing temporary traffic control plans.

• I do not have experience performing these activities.
• I have assisted others with setting up or removing temporary traffic control devices.
• I have independently set up and maintained basic temporary traffic control measures for routine roadway maintenance activities.
• I have independently established and maintained temporary traffic control zones, including lane closures and traffic diversions, in accordance with established procedures or traffic control plans.
• I have extensive experience coordinating and overseeing temporary traffic control operations, including selecting appropriate control measures, adjusting traffic control setups for changing conditions, and ensuring compliance with established safety requirements.

Required Question

Employer City of Reno

Address PO Box 1900

Reno, Nevada, 89505

Phone (775) 334-2223

Website https://www.reno.gov/government/jobs-recruitment.php