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Salary: $58,320 – $93,233 per year

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Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority

Announcement Number

Job Title

26-022

Maintenance Mechanic

Number of Openings

Compensation (Depending on Experience, DOE)

Positions Available: 2

Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Thursday, 7:00 AM- 6:00 PM

Salary Range: $58,319.87 (Step 1) – $93,233.30 (Step 20) annually
Typical Starting Salary:
$58,319.87 – $64,374.34 annually, (DOE)


Opening Date

Closing Date

June 2, 2026

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Until the positions have been filled

The closing date may be earlier based on the number of applications received.

To Apply and Required Documents

Conditions of Employment

This position is open to both internal and external applicants. Applicants should:

    Complete an application online - to apply, click hereSubmit a cover letter and resume

Only complete applications will be considered.

*Applicants who meet minimum qualifications are not guaranteed an interview.

Upon a conditional offer of employment, the candidate must successfully:

    Complete a background investigation, which may include:
(education, criminal history, credit, fingerprints, and DMV)
    Pass a workplace drug test within 72 hours*Possess a valid State of Nevada driver’s license Possess a clean driving record

*As a federally funded employer, although legal in the state of Nevada, marijuana is restricted under Federal guidelines.

Employee Benefits

Pay is only part of your generous compensation package for our premier agency. Employees enjoy a 3-day weekend; free parking; 2 weeks vacations (years 1 and 2); 13 sick days; 13 paid holidays, including your birthday; medical, dental, and vision insurance – 100% employer paid (employee only); health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; life and long-term disability insurance (employer paid); 457B Deferred Compensation Plan; Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) – 100% Employer-Funded or Employee/Employer-Funded (50%/50%); Employee Assistance Program (EAP); and a host of voluntary employee benefits options. Qualified individuals may qualify for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

Overview

The Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority (SNVRHA) is recruiting a Maintenance Mechanic to join our team. SNRHA provides affordable housing to low- and moderate-income households through its public and affordable housing programs. Our team includes 200+ committed, caring professionals who support our mission and the clients and communities we serve. Our success is built upon the contributions of our valued employees. To learn more, please visit us online: www.snvrha.org.

If relocating from out of state, more than its famous Strip, which provides endless entertainment opportunities for locals and tourists, Las Vegas, Nevada, also offers a family-friendly environment with wonderful neighborhoods, affordable living, warm weather, outdoor wonders (hiking, climbing, snow skiing, boating, sightseeing, and more), professional sports, and world-class restaurants. Las Vegas is home to the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), and a few hours’ drive to beach destinations in Southern California, the Grand Canyon in Arizona, and national parks and ski resorts in Utah. Nevada is among the most tax-friendly states in the U.S., with residents enjoying no state or county income tax, no inheritance tax, and lower property taxes.


Position Summary
The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for ensuring the property's physical condition meets agency standards and for managing and responding to resident maintenance issues and repairs. The mechanic performs a variety of skilled work in the maintenance, repair, alteration, and installation of appliances, equipment, and fixtures in several of the building trades, including heating and air conditioning (HVAC), carpentry, electrical, painting, plumbing, and construction of Housing Authority facilities, with no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Duties and Responsibilities
This announcement summarizes typical job functions and does not list all duties and responsibilities. This position is accountable for performing the following duties and responsibilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.
    Maintain and repair Housing Authority facilities, equipment, and buildings by performing a variety of skilled carpentry, electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and related maintenance and mechanical repair work.Install, maintain, repair, replace, troubleshoot, and diagnose gas and electric heating systems, air conditioning and refrigeration systems, components, and parts, including but not limited to controls, valves, pilot assemblies, thermostats, coils, compressors, condensers, evaporators, motor relays, ducts, registers, dampers, roof jacks, and assorted heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems including cleaning furnaces and replacing filters; ensure safe and efficient operation of heating and air conditioning and refrigeration systems by industry codes and standards.Install, maintain, repair, replace, troubleshoot, and diagnose evaporative cooling systems, components, and parts, including but not limited to pumps, motors, belts drain, floats, spiders, valves, cages, thermostats, ad related controls; perform preventative maintenance on evaporative cooling systems including cleaning cooler cabinets, pans and building roof; ensure safe and efficient operation of evaporative cooling systems per industry codes and standards.Install, maintain, repair, and replace the full range of plumbing systems, components, and parts, including but not limited to hot and cold-water lines, sewer lines, building drains, gas and electric water heaters and elements, toilets, sinks, lavatories, showers, tubs, and fixture trim, faucets, drains, and traps, pumps, and related appurtenances on all types of pipe and fittings.Install, maintain, and repair the full range of electrical systems, components, and parts, including, but not limited to, electrical fixtures, circuits, breakers, fuses, receptacles, switches, lighting, interior and exterior wiring, conduit, motors, pumps, and space heating equipment; wall and baseboards, heaters, and related items.Perform the complete range of carpentry duties as assigned, including but not limited to installing, remodeling, repairing, and replacing a variety of facility components such as counter, tables, desks bookshelves, cabinets, partitions, walls, windows, glass, screens, shades, drapes, curtain rods, doors, trim baseboards, door casing, door jambs, thresholds, weather stripping, caulking, and related items and fixtures and construct a variety of specialized items as required. Install, maintain, repair, replace, troubleshoot, and diagnose appliances, including but not limited to gas and electric ranges and stoves, refrigerators, water fountains, garbage disposals, dishwashers, and related appliances; perform preventative maintenance on appliances.Install, maintain, repair, replace, and replace door locks, passage sets, deadbolts, panic hardware, door stops, and associated components on wood, metal, and other doors; re-key cylinders; replace parts; maintain records of locks used and installed; repair garage doors, including replacing rollers, locking devices, and alignment. Install, maintain, repair, and replace various types of ceramic tile, including grout, laminated plastics, telephone lines and jacks; carpet; metal carpet strips, floor tile, linoleum, ceramic tile, or related floor and wall coverings; roof shingles, built-up or other roofing materials, interior and exterior fixtures including but not limited to towel bars, toilet tissue holders, soap trays, mailboxes, house numbers, clothes lines and related items. Install, maintain, repair, and replace various block, stucco, and concrete surfaces; prepare surface foam, and pour and finish concrete.Install, maintain, repair, and replace various types of drywall and plaster walls and prepare, paint, and finish such surfaces.Inspect properties daily, pick up debris, clean, and ensure a high-quality curb appeal.Must be able to perform the job duties of a lower-level maintenance classificationContinuously travel between different sites and locations at a moment’s notice or in an emergency.Monitor and maintain records and logs.Operate, maintain, and repair a variety of machine tools and equipment such as power saws, power sanders, drills, paint sprayers, welders, plumbing snakes, prodders, router grinders, electric generators, power planners, Freon recovery machines, vacuum pumps, scales, and power washers.Inspect building, equipment, appliances, and fixtures to identify actual and potential building maintenance and needed repairs.Read and interpret sketches and diagrams, drawings, and blueprints.

This position is eligible to participate in the collective bargaining unit (SEIU), which represents certain Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority employees.
Minimum Qualifications

Minimum qualifications help identify candidates most likely to perform successfully in the role. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview; however, applicants will be further evaluated to determine how well they meet the position’s requirements and align with the agency’s immediate needs. Applicants should demonstrate the following:

Education, training, and work experience:
    High school diploma or GED.Three (3) years of relevant experience in residential building and/or facilities maintenance.Demonstrated hands-on experience in the following areas: carpentry, plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, heating, and cooling.Excellent communication, problem-solving, crisis management, time management, and organizational skills.

Licenses and CertificationsA Valid Nevada Driver’s License, or the ability to obtain one HVAC Certification required; EPA Universal Type I and II requiredOSHA 10-RequiredOSHA 30-Preferred
Physical Ability:This job requires continuous talking or hearing; continuous walking; continuous reaching with hands and arms; frequent standing; frequent climbing or balancing; frequent gripping or feeling with hands; and frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. It frequently requires lifting to 50 pounds.


Screening and Selection
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications may be considered further. Evaluation factors include, but are not limited to, a cover letter and resume, writing samples, pre-employment testing/assessments, panel interviews, references, and background investigation.

Reasonable Accommodation
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in our hiring process, contact the HR Department (702.477.3170).


Compensation details: 58319.87-93233.3 Yearly Salary





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Job details

Title
Maintenance Mechanic
Employer
Job Target
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Published
Oct 1, 2026
Closes:
Dec 1, 2026
Job type
Industry Jobs
Field
Other
Salary

Salary: $58,320 – $93,233 per year

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