Equipment Operator I
The City of Henderson announces an examination to create an eligibility list and to fill one (1) vacancy for the classification of Equipment Operator I in the Department of Public Works. The eligibility list may be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification for up to six (6) months or up to one (1) year, depending on employment status. Under direct supervision, operates motorized street sweepers to clean streets, and drives light and medium trucks and equipment used in the construction and maintenance of City of Henderson facilities; and performs related duties as assigned.
External candidates, probationary full-time, part-time, and temporary City of Henderson employees will start at the first step of the salary range, if selected.
Minimum Qualifications :
- Graduation from high school or the equivalent
- One (1) year of full-time experience operating a street sweeper, light motorized construction equipment, or driving medium-duty trucks; or two (2) years of experience as a Public Works Maintenance I, with at least six (6) months of full-time experience operating motorized construction equipment
- Note : An equivalent combination of related education, experience, and training may be considered
- Must possess and maintain a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) from the state of residence at the time of application and maintain an excellent driving record
- Must obtain and maintain the appropriate OSHA card as defined by the Nevada Revised Statue (NRS 618.950)
- Incumbents are required to drive water tankers and fuel trucks and must obtain a valid Tanker endorsement within the first three (3) months of employment as a condition of continued employment, with the initial cost to be paid by the City of Henderson
- All required licenses and certificates, as mandated by local, state, and federal laws, or as required herein, must be obtained (unless specifically stated otherwise) and maintained at the incumbents' expense
Required Documents / Assessment Information :
Documents Required at the Time of Application : 1) Completed Employment Application 2) Copy of Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) from the state of residence
Assessment Dates : Performance Examination (Weighted 50%) - Monday, November 3, 2025 and Tuesday, November 4, 2025 (if needed) (Best-Qualified Candidates) Structured Selection Interview (Weighted 50%) - Wednesday, November 12, 2025 (Top-Scoring Candidates) All applicants will be notified by email or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates / times / locations after the closing date of this announcement. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS : If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you will be required to self-schedule through the City of Henderson online application system. Please check your email and / or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report.