SKILLED TRADES APPRENTICE

SKILLED TRADES APPRENTICE

Salary

$52,116.48 - $76,170.24 Annually

Location

Sparks

Job Type

Underfill Full-Time

Job Number

2026-02620

Department

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Opening Date

06/22/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

A

Salary Grade

29

Full Physical Address of Position (City, State, Zip)

310 GALLETTI WAY SPARKS NEVADA 89431

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• THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE*

Job Summary

The Nevada Department of Transportation is hiring for a Skilled Trades Apprentice in Sparks, NV. This recruitment will be used to underfill the Highway Equipment Mechanic 1. Highway Equipment Mechanics diagnose, maintain, modifies, and repairs NDOT equipment and is responsible to keep equipment in the sub districts equipment fleet including a variety of light, medium and heavy equipment in good repair for routine maintenance and emergency response. Repairs include but are not limited to engine repair or replacement, repairing and rebuilding brake systems, steering and suspension system components, servicing of automatic and manual transmissions, electrical and wiring systems. Incumbent is responsible to restore systems throughout the fleet. Incumbent will not only repair and maintain but also fabricate and install parts and components. The Highway Equipment Mechanic I keeps the fleet in a safe operating state enabling safer operations for NDOT crews. Special note-The Skilled Trades Apprentice position requires that incumbents spend four years in this position during which they receive specialized training, and progression to the next level in the series may only occur upon completion of training and with the recommendation of the appointing authority. Failure to complete the training within the specified time frame will result in termination from the program unless there are extenuating circumstances which will be reviewed by the appointing authority. Link to CDL requirements https://dmv.nv.gov/cdl.htm NOTE: THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO UNDERFILL A HIGHWAY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC 1. INCUMBENT MAY PROGRESS TO THE NEXT LEVEL AFTER MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, SATISFACTORY PERFORMANCE, AND WITH APPROVAL OF THE APPOINTING AUTHORITY.

Skilled Trades Apprentices receive training and complete a variety of assignments directly related to a job title in the skilled trades.

Essential Qualifications

No experience or education required.

Job Duties

• Receive on-the-job training in both a classroom setting and in practical field exercises.
• Participate in classes, complete coursework and assignments, and take written examinations.
• Service, repair, and maintain assigned trades equipment.
• Serve as an assistant to the skilled trades staff and complete instructional assignments.
• Perform duties applicable to the occupation.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling; operation of computer equipment for entering, retrieving, and accessing information; mathematical computation.
• Relevant tools and equipment; applicable health and safety regulations; manual labor.

Skill in:

• Interpersonal and communication, both verbal and written.
• Use and operation of office and job-related equipment and software.

Ability to:

• Read, understand, implement, and explain federal and State laws, regulations, and agency policies and procedures; read and understand equipment manuals, applicable codes, blueprints, and diagrams; work cooperatively with others; follow verbal and written instructions.
• Evaluate information, problems, and goals; think clearly and rationally; diagnose situations correctly and act quickly; understand and follow verbal and written instructions and directions.
• Safely operate and maintain hand and power tools, materials, and equipment; perform work relevant to assigned trades.

Recruiter Contact Information: Stephanie Swanson - stephanie.swanson@dot.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).

• State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.

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 Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required within 6 months of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Are you willing to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

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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?

• Yes
• No

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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?

• Yes
• No

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Incumbents are required to furnish their own mechanic's tools. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Nevada (NV)

Address See Above for Agency Information

See Above for Posting Location, Nevada, 89701

Website https://nvjobs.nv.gov