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  • Line Service Representative

    , Nevada United States HARRY REID INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Full Time $22.70 - $33.50 Hourly Jul 02, 2025
    Harry Reid International Airport Employer:

    HARRY REID INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

    Nearly 50 percent of all visitors to Las Vegas come through Harry Reid International Airport. As a world leader in airport management, we are focused on providing the best customer service possible. Clark County, Nevada, owns Harry Reid International Airport. Our airport system also includes four general aviation facilities: North Las Vegas Airport, Henderson Executive Airport, Jean Sport Aviation Center, and Overton/Perkins Landside. These airports operate under the policy direction of the Board of County Commissioners, the authority of the County Manager, and the management of the Director of Aviation. The Department of Aviation is a self-sufficient enterprise and operates without county general fund tax revenue. Operating an airport in a community that depends on tourism means every single employee has a unique opportunity to provide our travelers with that all-important first and last impression of Las Vegas. Twelve divisions make up the Department of Aviation’s organization, each offering a variety of front line and behind-the-scenes jobs at various levels:  Director’s Office, Airside Operations, Business & Commercial Development, Employee Services/Risk Management, Facilities/Service Desk, Finance, General Aviation, Information Systems, Landside Operations, Construction/Engineering, Security, and Terminal Operations.

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    Job Description

    ABOUT THE POSITION

    The Clark County Department of Aviation is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Line Service Representative position at the County's General Aviation airports, North Las Vegas Airport and/or Henderson Executive Airport . This position fuels various types of aircraft, utilizes mobile refueling equipment, and accurately records, reports, tests, and maintains written records of fuel services provided. Further, this position services aircraft using specialized equipment for General Aviation class airplanes. This position meets, directs, and marshalls transient aircraft to the appropriate ramp areas and ensures that aircraft are tied down and secured and/or have wheels chocked as necessary and not subject to inadvertent movement. Successful candidates will inspect movement and non-movement areas and remove foreign object debris (FOD) from the runways, taxiways, taxi lanes, ramp areas, and other airside locations as necessary. Additionally, incumbents in this position will work as a member of a team and assist and train other team members as necessary, as well as assist customers and crew with baggage handling and catering and assist in the removal of disabled aircraft from movement areas. This position will use standard office equipment for the completion of daily work.

    THIS POSTING REFLECTS THE SALARY SCHEDULE FOR THIS POSITION EFFECTIVE 7/1/2025. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL ACTIVE EMPLOYEES ON 7/19/2025 WILL RECEIVE A SALARY DECREASE CONSISTENT WITH AN INCREASE IN PERS CONTRIBUTION. AS SUCH, PAY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND MAY BE REVISED.

    This recruitment will be used to fill a position at North Las Vegas Airport, located at 2730 Airport Drive, North Las Vegas, NV 89032 and/or Henderson Executive Airport, located at 3500 Executive Terminal Drive, Henderson, NV 89052.

    THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 250 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AND WILL CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE THAT NUMBER IS REACHED.

    This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Employee Services.

    Employee Services reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

    Education and Experience:

    Equivalent to graduation from high school and one year of full-time aircraft ground servicing and fueling experience. Must remain current in an FAA approved Line Service training program (NATA Safety 1st Professional Line Service Training) and complete all CCDOA training as required.

    Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application.

    Working Conditions: Work out of doors in all weather conditions. Work with exposure to high noise and potentially hazardous fuels, lubricants and other materials. Work scheduled off-hours shifts. Work out of doors in all weather conditions.

    Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of hire. Specified positions may require CDL License. A valid Food Handler Safety Training Card issued by the Southern Nevada Health District is required, and must be maintained at all times during employment in this title.

    Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician.

    Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.

    Residency Requirement: Permanent employees must maintain a principal place of residency within the boundaries of Clark County and provide proof of compliance with Nevada motor vehicle registration and drivers' license laws within 90 days of employment.

    Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.

    Background Check: Employment with the Department of Aviation is contingent upon completion of an education/experience background investigation, a fingerprint-based criminal history record check processed by the FBI, and upon the ability to be granted a security badge as mandated by the Transportation Security Administration. Note: all prospective hires must present two original government issued ID's upon acceptance of job offer. Examples of acceptable ID's include a Passport, Driver's License or DMV issued ID, birth certificate, Social Security card, Voter Registration card, school issued ID with picture, etc.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    Mobility to work in a typical shop or field related maintenance setting, including operating typical fueling and servicing equipment, hand and power tools and standard office equipment; stamina to stand, walk, climb and drive a motor vehicle; strength to lift and maneuver materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds with proper equipment; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over a radio or telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.

    EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

    • Fuels various types of aircraft, using mobile refueling equipment; accurately records, reports, and maintains written records of fuel service provided.
    • Tests fuel deliveries to ensure quality; tests and inspects stored fuel in accordance with FAA guidelines.
    • Tracks fuel orders on a daily basis; calculates the balances fuel usage at the end of each shift.
    • Services aircraft using specialized equipment for nitrogen, aviator breathing oxygen, towing, potable water, lavatory, GPU/APU, interior cleaning, windscreen cleaning, etc.
    • Responsible for the serviceability, cleanliness, and safety of aircraft fueling and servicing equipment (GSE); makes regular equipment safety inspections, completes the maintenance required and/or reports and documents needed for repair.
    • Meets, directs, and marshalls transient aircraft to the appropriate ramp areas; ensures that aircraft are tied down and secured, and/or have wheels chocked as necessary and not subject to inadvertent movement.
    • Inspects movement and non-movement areas, removes FOD and debris from the runways, taxiways, taxi lanes, ramp areas, and other airside locations as necessary.
    • Works as a team member, assists and trains other team members as necessary.
    • Assists customers and crew with baggage handling and catering; provides information regarding surface transportation, and provides other reasonable services as requested.
    • Receives bulk fuel storage shipments, performs fuel density calculations and quality control checks, and completes required documentation.
    • Assists air traffic control in maintaining the security of the movement area.
    • Keeps unauthorized personnel away from the movement area including runways, taxiways, taxi lanes, and aircraft parking areas.
    • Reports suspicious incidents immediately to the proper authorities.
    • Assists in the conduct of the Airport Emergency Plan, removes disabled aircraft from movement, non-movement and immediate vicinity using specialized equipment.
    • Assists public safety personnel as directed in emergency situations.
    • Maintains accurate records regarding work performed and services provided.
    • Performs spill containment and clean-up of various petroleum products and other liquid hazards.
    • Thoroughly documents, photographs, and reports all incidents that occur on airport property.
    • Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
    • Uses standard office equipment in the completion of daily work.
    • Operates a variety of motor vehicles during the performance of daily duties and work tasks.


    Join the Clark County Department of Aviation Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
    • Alternative Work Schedules
    • More Money in Your Pocket
      • 100% Employer Paid Defined Benefit Retirement
      • No Social Security Deduction
      • No State Income Taxes
    • Two Employer Sponsored Health Plans Offered - Choice of PPO or EPO (hybrid of HMO) - eligible first of the month following15 days of employment
      • Medical - Employer pays 90% of premium
        • Pharmacy Benefits (30, 90-day retail or mail order fills)
        • 24/7 Telephone Advice Nurse - no employee cost
        • Teledoc, Doctoroo, and Dispatch Health
    • Retiree insurance - eligible after 5 years of service
    • Dental
    • Vision
    • Life Insurance - Employer Paid
    • AD&D - Employer Paid
    • Long Term Disability - Employer Paid
    • Generous Leave Accruals that include:
      • 12 Paid Holidays plus a Floating Birthday Holiday
      • Paid Vacation Leave
      • Paid Sick Leave
      • Holiday Leave
    • Other leave options
      • Catastrophic Leave
      • Parental Leave - Up to 90 days
    • Tool Allowance for certain eligible positions.
    • Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include
      • Guardian - Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance.
      • Trustmark - Permanent Life Insurance benefits and long-term care.
      • Sunlife Financial - Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
      • TASC - Flexible Spending Account - FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available
      • Morgan Stanley - Deferred Compensation Plan
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Onsite Fitness Center
    • The Department of Aviation, a department of Clark County, is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer
    • Community Volunteer Opportunities
    • Comprehensive training program
    • Wellness program


    Closing Date/Time: 7/15/2025 5:01 PM Pacific
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    Please mention you found this employment opportunity on the CareersInGovernment.com job board.

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