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

RECRUITMENT EXTENSION NOTICE

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.

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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 being operated in the area.
• Resolve unusual or complex equipment problems through a variety of techniques and methods. Perform routine and specialized repair and maintenance on a variety of heavy equipment.
• 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.

Joining the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities offers an array of benefits, with career growth opportunities at the forefront. The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan. For more information please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

This position is located at MP 3.5 Nome-Teller Road, Nome AK. Traveling in small planes to maintain equipment in remote locations is possible. Travel consists of day trips and overnight stays.

• 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 vehicle engines, parts, and systems, including their design, uses, repair and maintenance.
• Self-Management:
  Sets well-defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment toward completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) – possess a Class A CDL within 120 days of hire and sign agreement to obtain it as a condition of employment.
• Drug & Alcohol Policy – comply with DOT&PF Drug and Alcohol Policy; must pass pre-employment drug test.
• Tool Allowance – provide own hand tools; to be paid bi-weekly tool allowance.

• A copy of your Class A CDL, front and back (if applicable).
• Three (3) professional references – please include name, title and phone number.

To view the general description and example of duties for the position please visit

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aids or services, or alternative communication formats, please call or  in Juneau or TTY:
Alaska Relay 711 or or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK . The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

Susan Morrow, Admin Assistant 3 –  – susan.morrow

Jamie Ellingson, NW District Equipment Manager –  – jamie.ellingson

Geoffrey Hubert, Nome Foreman –  – geoffrey.hubert