Heavy Duty Mechanic - Automotive - Advanced Journey​/Lead PCN Skagway

ATTENTION:
Salary Schedules have been updated as of 7/1/2026. The salary for this position has been updated to reflect this change.

The recruitment period for this vacancy has been extended to allow for a larger applicant pool. If you have already applied there is no need to reapply.

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF)

State Equipment Fleet is looking for a Heavy Duty Mechanic, Automotive, Advanced Journey/Lead to help us Keep Alaska Moving!

Please ask about PAID training to obtain your CDL for qualified applicants.

• Professionally maintain all heavy-duty and light-duty equipment and vehicles associated with the construction and maintenance of secondary roads, rural airports and other user agency vehicles operated in the area.
• The incumbent must be able to resolve unusual or complex equipment problems through a variety of techniques and methods. The incumbent performs routine and specialized repair and maintenance on a variety of heavy equipment.
• Must be able to diagnose, maintain, repair and modify the following systems:
  Transmissions, drive trains, suspension, engine and emission, along with fuel injection, hydraulic systems, and brake systems including air and electrical for light and heavy-duty equipment.

As part of the State Equipment Fleet (SEF) team, you will have a direct impact on the department mission of “Keeping Alaskans Moving through Service and Infrastructure.” SEF's mission is to provide all state agencies with safe, economical vehicles they need to accomplish their mission. Your work will aid in keeping essential vehicles and equipment on our roads and runways to keep Alaskans moving safely around our state.

The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities’ mission is to Keep Alaska Moving. We are working toward a modern, adaptable, flexible transportation system that will be resilient as we tackle our challenges. We believe collaboration, communication, and coordination increase our ability to succeed. Creating teams that are focused on results, working together, and leveraging resources across our department, with community and private sector partnerships, increases our ability to accomplish our mission and serve Alaskans.

Joining the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers an array of benefits, with career growth opportunities at the forefront. As an integral part of Alaska's infrastructure development and maintenance, DOT&PF provides employees with a dynamic and diverse work environment where they can continually enhance their skills and climb the career ladder. The department values professional development, offering training programs and mentorship opportunities, and has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan.

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This position is located at MP 2.5 Klondike Highway, Skagway, AK. Traveling in small planes to maintain equipment in remote locations is possible. Travel consists of day trips and overnight stays.

Working at the Department offers a uniquely challenging and rewarding environment. With Alaska's diverse and expansive terrain and extreme weather conditions, employees can work in various locations, including remote and urban centers, addressing a wide range of transportation needs. This work demands adaptability and resourcefulness as they maintain and improve roads, bridges, airports, ports, and public facilities.

We are interested in candidates who possess some or all the following position specific competencies:

• Mechanical: Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, benefits, repair, and maintenance.
• Flexibility: Is open to change and new information; rapidly adapts to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles.
• Vehicle Maintenance: Knowledge of motor vehicle engines, parts, and systems, including their design, uses, repair and maintenance.
• Self-Management: Sets well-defined and realistic…