If you are the type of person who likes it when every day is a little different, then read on because the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority (RTAA) is seeking a qualified candidate with demonstrated expertise in the maintenance and repair of both diesel- and gas-powered heavy equipment to join our hard-working Reno Airport Airfield Maintenance team as an Airfield Equipment Mechanic Technician.
The RTAA offers a positive, professional work environment that values teamwork, honesty, respect, recognition, integrity, innovation, versatility and excellence. If this sounds like an environment in which you would THRIVE, the RTAA is a wonderful place to make a career!
There is one (1) position open; however, the list established may also be used to fill future vacancies as they occur. Both internal and external applicants will be considered. Applicants must be available to work all shifts (day, swing, and graveyard) 7 days a week - including holidays. To be considered for this position, applicants must indicate they are available for day, swing and night shifts (all three), and must check the appropriate boxes under availability on the RTAA online application. Shift assignments are generally determined by seniority using a Shift Bid System. Deadline for applications is 11:59pm Sunday, December 7th 2025 .
At the RTAA, the Airfield Maintenance Division is a key member of the Facilities and Maintenance Department. Airfield Equipment Mechanic Technician IV's are primarily responsible for performing a variety of skilled, journey-level diagnosis, repairs, and service to gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles, heavy and light airfield maintenance equipment, construction equipment, and other power-driven equipment. The Airfield Equipment Mechanic Technician IV classification exists to maintain, diagnose and repair RTAA vehicles and Airfield maintenance equipment requiring a high degree of technical ability. Work is normally supervised and inspected by an Airfield Supervisor while in progress and upon completion.
The nature of the work requires st rong electrical and hydraulic knowledge, plus experience reading and understanding schematics; and offers a wide variety of equipment, a unique environment, and the chance to learn and develop new skills with an organization that will help support you in the pursuit of your career aspirations.
Key Accountabilities :
Entry Salary : $27.52 – $32.35 per hour based on experience, with opportunity for progression and annual step-based increases up to a range maximum of $39.56 per hour. In addition, employees working any hours between 6pm and 6am receive a shift differential of $2.40 per hour. Initial salary placement will be based upon experience and qualifications. This is an hourly and overtime eligible position.
Benefits: The RTAA offers a competitive wage and benefit package and provides a high-quality work-life balance. Employee benefits include employer paid contributions to the Nevada PERS retirement program; 100% employer paid health insurance for the employee (effective first day of the month after your hire date); paid vacation (effective immediately) and sick leave ; and 14 paid holidays per year - just to name a few!
Minimum Qualifications:
Required Education: High School Diploma or equivalent certificate. An equivalent combination of experience and training may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Required Experience: Four (4) years of journey level experience in the maintenance and repair of both diesel and gas powered heavy equipment. OR ASE or ASME certification and two (2) years of journey level experience as listed above.
Required Licensing: A valid driver's license is required at the time of application. The selected candidate will be required to obtain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within in 12-months from the date of hire as a condition of continuing employment. Incumbents must obtain an RTAA ramp license within the first thirty (30) days of employment. Incumbents must obtain a commercial (CDL) driver's license within six (6) months of employment.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.
How to apply: Click on the ‘Apply Now' button to fill out the short Work History Questionnaire and/or upload your detailed resume. Make sure your Work History and/or resume clearly speaks to whether or not you meet the minimum qualifications and why you are the right person for this position. To find out more about the RTAA, visit renoairport.com.
A fully completed official online RTAA Employment Application must be submitted through an online process. Deadline for applications is 11:59pm Sunday, December 7th 2025 . Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Visit our website at ( to learn more about the Reno-Tahoe Airport.
TIPS FOR SUCCESS
• Use the “Experience: Work History” section to carefully describe your work experience, education, training, and any other information you'd like us to know.
• Go ahead and submit a resume if you'd like. It's not required but know that it is supplemental.
• Make sure you clearly state how you meet the minimum qualifications listed on the job announcement.
• Please provide at least five years of employment history, and dates with each employer.
• If you had more than one position with the same employer, list each position separately along with the time or dates you were in each position.
• Explain any gaps of employment of 6 months or more in the work history section. To do this, just add a ‘New Position' and write ‘Unemployed' for the Company and what was occurring under the 'Title' (e.g., unemployed, student, etc.), and list dates. Please note, a statement in the 'Summary' section is not sufficient to address gaps in employment.
Selection Procedure:
Pre-Employment Requirements: The RTAA requires each candidate to successfully complete employment history verification prior to being considered for employment. All employment offers are subject to successful completion/ passing of a drug-screening test, a fingerprint criminal history records check, and security badging test.
The RTAA is an organization that thrives by living our core values and by honoring the dignity of all individuals. With teamwork, respect, versatility and a focus on excellence, we serve our employees and our community with pride and passion. We are a drug-free workplace, and an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a healthy work environment.
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