Hybrid Utilities Assistant - Meter Services (Limited Term)* presso City of Henderson, NV
City of Henderson, NV · Henderson, Stati Uniti d'America · Hybrid
- Junior
- Ufficio in Henderson
About the Department
*The 14-day in-house notice is incorporated in this job announcement.
*This recruitment is limited to the first 250 applications and will close to the public without notice while still accepting applications from internal employees.
The City of Henderson announces an examination to create an eligibility list and to fill multiple vacancies for the classification of Utilities Assistant - Meter Services (Limited Term) in the Department of Utility Services . 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, performs general duties in meter reading, Automatic Meter Reading (AMR)/Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), customer response, and conservation awareness relating to water and wastewater in the Department of Utility Services; performs related duties as assigned.
Limited-Term Position Information:
Due to the implementation of a new Citywide initiative, the City of Henderson developed the Utilities Assistant classification to assist with job duties and tasks related to the project.
Candidates selected to fill these positions will be classified as full-time employees as defined in the Teamsters contract. However, the Utilities Assistant (Meter Services) positions are limited-term positions and are only approved through June 2028 at which time the Utilities Assistants will be removed from the staff complement. Individuals holding these positions at the end of the approved period will have rights as outlined in the “reduction in force” language in the Teamsters contract.
Please see the “Benefits” tab linked to this job announcement to review the benefits associated with these positions.
- Pursuant to the Teamsters collective bargaining agreement, full-time non-probationary employees successfully completing the assessment process will be placed on an eligibility list to be used to fill vacancies in this classification for up to six (6) months.
- Probationary full-time, part-time, temporary employees, and external candidates who successfully complete the testing process will be placed on separate list(s), which may be used to fill vacancies for up to one (1) year. If the vacancy is not filled by full-time non-probationary employees, the separate list(s) may be utilized.
PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Incumbent may expect to work independently in the field at varying locations throughout the City of Henderson. Incumbent will be exposed to varying weather conditions and outdoor environments including excessive heat and cold and will be walking and working on slippery and uneven surfaces. Travel between locations will be necessary via City motor vehicle. Air conditioning and heat may not be available via all methods of travel.
- 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.
- Work-Life Balance
- Four (4)-Day, 38-hour workweek (Monday-Thursday, 6:30 am - 4:30 pm, subject to change at City's discretion)
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Position Duties
- Graduation from high school or the equivalent
- Six (6) months of full-time work experience in a public water utility, including customer service, and/or Automatic Meter Reading (AMR)/Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI)
- Note: An equivalent combination of related education, experience, and training may be considered
- Must possess and maintain a valid Nevada or “border state” driver’s license, as defined by NRS 483
- Must obtain and maintain the appropriate OSHA card as defined by the Nevada Revised Statue (NRS 618.950)
- Employee will be expected to complete assigned training courses through the City of Henderson's learning management system
- All required licenses and certificates, as mandated by federal, state, and local regulatory agencies, or as required herein, must be obtained at incumbent’s expense
- Employee must maintain certificates and licenses for the position in good standing as a condition of continued employment
Minimum Qualifications
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
1) Completed Employment Application
ASSESSMENT DATES:
1) Completed Employment Application
ASSESSMENT DATES:
Performance Examination (Weighted 100%) - September 17, 18, & 22, 2025 (if necessary)
(Best-Qualified Candidates)
Selection Interview - September 24 & 25, 2025 (if necessary)
(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.
The assessment and selection process for this position will take place on the dates listed above. All candidates who wish to be considered for this position will need to be in Henderson, Nevada, and make themselves available to participate in the testing process at any time on any of the dates listed above.
The assessment and selection process for this position will take place on the dates listed above. All candidates who wish to be considered for this position will need to be in Henderson, Nevada, and make themselves available to participate in the testing process at any time on any of the dates listed above.
Other Qualifications
Appointment may be subject to the successful and timely completion of a post offer pre-employment background investigation and medical/physical examination, including a drug/alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.
