Airfield Maintenance Equipment Mechanic Technician IV

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 IV .

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, November 18th, 2026.

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​​​

- Perform routine and preventive maintenance tasks on heavy equipment and vehicles.
- Diagnose, maintain, and repair mechanical breakage, electrical system components, hydraulic systems on RTAA automobiles, trucks, and a variety of diesel and gasoline powered maintenance and construction equipment.
- Perform minor and major overhauls of equipment, engines and other major drive train components.
- Diagnose and repair chassis, steering assemblies, transmissions, rear end assemblies and other complex mechanical components on heavy equipment and light equipment.
- Repair, adjust and replace brake systems including wheel cylinders, master cylinders, disc pads, hydraulic and air brakes.
- Perform tune-ups on engines by replacing ignition parts and reconditioning and adjusting carburetors, throttle body and port fuel injection systems.
- Repair and replace components such as generators, distributors, relays, lights, switches, and high voltage light systems.
- Perform welding and fabrication duties as needed.
- Dispose of hazardous waste.
- Maintain a variety of airfield maintenance records by entering data into a computerized system.
- Assist with aircraft and other airport emergencies and breakdowns by using heavy equipment to remove aircraft from runways.
- Participate in snow removal by keeping the runways clear through the use of snowplows, sweepers, blowers and hand shovels.
- May act as an Emergency Staging Area Coordinator.
- This position may be deemed to be essential personnel as part of RTAA’s Emergency Response Team, and may be required to respond to airport incidents as requested/required.

Entry Salary

$30.11 – $35.39 per hour based on experience with opportunity for progression and annual step-based increases up to a range maximum of $43.28 per hour. In addition, employees working any hours between 6pm and 6am receive a shift differential of $3.00 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. 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.

A fully completed official online RTAA Employment Application must be submitted through an online process. Deadline for applications is 11:59pm November 18th, 2026.Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately.

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.