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State of Nevada Announces
An Open Competitive Recruitment for:
HVACR SPECIALIST 3
APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY -  $61,721.28 to  $91,496.16  PAY GRADE: 34
The salary range indicated in this announcement is based on the Employee/Employer retirement compensation schedule. An employer-only option is available at a reduced salary range. Generally, salaries start at the lowest level of a step 1 and increase with each year of service to the highest level of a step 10.
For more information on benefit and retirement programs, please see the sections below.
In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.
JOB INFORMATION
Work Type: Permanent, full time vacancies as they may occur in this geographical location.
Department: Administration
Division: State Public Works Division
Location: Las Vegas, Boulder City, Indian Springs, Jean, Henderson
Job Class Code: 09.413
RECRUITMENT INFORMATION
Announcement Number: 52427
Open to all qualified persons.
Posted 09/26/2025
Recruiter:
   JENNIFER KAUBLE
   Phone: (775)684-0128
   Email: jenniferkauble@admin.nv.gov
Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied

** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.
The Position
Heating/Ventilation/Air Conditioning/Refrigeration (HVACR) Specialist's perform skilled work in the installation, operation, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment.
Incumbents function as first-line supervisors who train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; assign and review work; and initiate disciplinary action.
This position is with the Department of Administration, State Public Works Division, Buildings and Grounds Section, and is based in Las Vegas, Nevada. Under the supervision of the HVACR Specialist IV, the incumbent is responsible for managing HVAC operations and supervising skilled staff assigned to facilities in Southern Nevada. Key duties include assigning and inspecting work orders, planning and laying out projects, estimating time and materials, ordering supplies, maintaining records, and preparing detailed reports. The incumbent also establishes and oversees preventive maintenance schedules, and is responsible for evaluating the performance of subordinate HVACR Specialists. This role is distinguished from lower-level classifications by the level of supervision involved and the overall responsibility for job planning, tracking progress, and managing HVAC maintenance, repairs, replacements, and construction projects. The position includes full oversight of section budgets, as well as planning and reviewing new HVAC construction and equipment installations. Experience with Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems is required, along with hands-on experience working with boilers, chillers, cooling towers, and other HVAC systems. The role also requires the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds overhead. ***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***

To Qualify:
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications)
    Completion of a recognized HVACR apprenticeship program followed by two years of journey level experience in the installation, operation, maintenance and repair of a wide variety of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment; OR one year of experience as a HVACR Specialist II in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Requirements
    A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered employment in this position will be required to pay for these items.
    This position requires the incumbent to be EPA certified to recover refrigerant and recharge equipment.
Additional Position Criteria
    A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment.
    Applicant must be able to supervise and work with inmate workers.
    Applicant must be able to receive OSHA 30 within 6 months of hire date.
    This position requires the incumbent to work nights/weekends/holidays and be able to work flexible shifts to include potential for standby or call back.
The Examination
Application Evaluation Exam
The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process.
INFORMATIONAL LINKS
For more information about state employment, visit the following:
Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov
Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org
Public Employees Benefits Program: https://pebp.nv.gov/
More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB
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Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to:
Division of Human Resource Management
Northern Nevada
515 East Musser Street,
First Floor
Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204

TDD for the Hearing Impaired (800) 326-6868
Division of Human Resource Management
Southern Nevada
7251 Amigo St,
Suite 120
Las Vegas, NV 89119

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The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.
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