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

Overview

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The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Equipment Fleet is looking for a
Mechanic - Automotive - Advanced Journey/Lead
to help us Keep Alaska Moving!

• 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 being 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.

Our Organization, Values, and Culture

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 DOT&PF's 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 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. 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 to help individuals expand their expertise and advance in their chosen fields.

With Alaska's geography and climate, employees can work on projects that contribute to the state's growth, making the DOT&PF an ideal choice for a fulfilling and evolving career in transportation and public facilities.

Benefits Information The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan. For more information, see: do a.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/benefits

DOT&PF core values are integrity, excellence, and respect. We support an environment focused on teamwork and collaboration to achieve results. We succeed in achieving our transportation mission through building credibility with our customers, stakeholders, and the public.

This position is located at MP 135 Denali Highway, Cantwell, AK. Traveling in small planes to maintain equipment in remote locations is possible in this position. Travel consists of day trips and overnight stays.

Working at the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities offers a uniquely challenging and rewarding environment in Alaska's diverse terrain and extreme weather conditions, including remote locations and urban centers. Roles involve maintaining and improving roads, bridges, airports, ports, and public facilities with a focus on safety and environmental responsibility.

To be successful in this position, the selected applicant will possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Mechanical: Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, benefits, repair, and maintenance.
• Flexibility: Open to change and new information; rapidly adapts to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles.
• Vehicle Maintenance: Knowledge of motor…