State of Alaska
Heavy Duty Mechanic-Automotive-Advanced Journey/Lead 25-1305
State of Alaska, Juneau, Alaska, United States
Overview
Effective July 1, 2025 the wage for this position increased by 1.25%. The wage listed in this job posting reflects the increase.
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.
ATTENTION ALL APPLICANTS: 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!
What you will be doing
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 Mission, 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 DOT&PF core values are integrity, excellence, and respect. We support an environment focused on teamwork and collaboration to achieve results. A successful candidate will have sound judgment, decision-making, and a strong ethical and professional conduct history.
The benefits of joining our team
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 to help individuals expand their expertise and advance in their chosen fields. With the vast and unique challenges of Alaska's geography and climate, employees can work on groundbreaking projects that contribute to the state's growth, making the DOT&PF an ideal choice for those seeking a fulfilling and evolving career in transportation and public facilities.
The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan. Please see here for more information: https://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/benefits
The working environment you can expect Located at the Sag River Camp – MP 305 Dalton Highway. Travel 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 (DOT&PF) offers a uniquely challenging and rewarding environment. With Alaska's diverse and expansive terrain, coupled with its extreme weather conditions, employees of the DOT&PF can work in various locations, including remote locations and urban centers, addressing a wide range of transportation needs. This work requires adaptability and resourcefulness as they maintain and improve roads, bridges, airports, ports, and public facilities in a state known for rugged terrain and extreme seasonal changes.
Who we are looking for Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with the core competencies of:
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 personal goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.
Additional information To view the general description and example of duties for the position please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs
Vacancies in this job class are filled through Union referral, except for promotions, demotions, transfers, and emergency appointments. This job class is part of a series of competency based class specifications created for career areas within the Labor, Trades, and Crafts Unit. The class specification identifies the levels of work and wage grades within the career area, the core and specific competencies of the career area, required work behaviors, certifications, and physical requirements. The competency specification for this job class is available at: http://doa.alaska.gov/dop/fileadmin/Classification/pdf/LTC_Specs/MECHANIC.pdf
Documents required at time of interview
A copy of your Class A CDL, front and back (if applicable).
Three (3) professional references – please include name, title and phone number
COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE REQUIRED : This position requires a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) per federal regulations (49 CFR 383), to register with the federal CDL Drug & Alcohol Testing Clearinghouse prior to performing safety-sensitive duties, and to provide consent to the Employer to review driver information in accordance with 49 CFR 382.
Hire approval is conditional in that the proposed appointee successfully obtains a Class A Alaska Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 120 days of hire and signs an agreement to this effect as a condition of employment.
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION & PUBLIC FACILITIES DRUG AND ALCOHOL POLICY: Selected candidates must comply with the DOT&PF Drug and Alcohol Policy and procedures and CANNOT start work in a CDL position until management has received confirmation of the required pre-employment drug test. Federal regulations require that violations and refusals be retained in the Federal CDL Drug & Alcohol Testing Clearinghouse database.
Tool allowance : Employees in this position are required to provide their own hand tools. They will be paid a monthly tool allowance determined by their position.
Supplemental information
Supplemental questions: This recruitment uses a supplemental questionnaire as part of the application process. These questions may be a mix of written, multiple-choice, and select all that apply questions.
Education and experience requirements
Education and experience details, including foreign education information, transcripts, and work experience notes, are to be provided in the application. Copies of transcripts may be required. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable unless otherwise specified.
EEO STATEMENT : The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). For accommodation requests, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095, TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
Contacts
Susan Morrow, Admin Assistant 3 — (907) 451-2265 — susan.morrow@alaska.gov
Jamie Ellingson, NW District Equipment Manager — (907) 451-5219 — jamie.ellingson@alaska.gov
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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.
ATTENTION ALL APPLICANTS: 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!
What you will be doing
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 Mission, 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 DOT&PF core values are integrity, excellence, and respect. We support an environment focused on teamwork and collaboration to achieve results. A successful candidate will have sound judgment, decision-making, and a strong ethical and professional conduct history.
The benefits of joining our team
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 to help individuals expand their expertise and advance in their chosen fields. With the vast and unique challenges of Alaska's geography and climate, employees can work on groundbreaking projects that contribute to the state's growth, making the DOT&PF an ideal choice for those seeking a fulfilling and evolving career in transportation and public facilities.
The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan. Please see here for more information: https://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/benefits
The working environment you can expect Located at the Sag River Camp – MP 305 Dalton Highway. Travel 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 (DOT&PF) offers a uniquely challenging and rewarding environment. With Alaska's diverse and expansive terrain, coupled with its extreme weather conditions, employees of the DOT&PF can work in various locations, including remote locations and urban centers, addressing a wide range of transportation needs. This work requires adaptability and resourcefulness as they maintain and improve roads, bridges, airports, ports, and public facilities in a state known for rugged terrain and extreme seasonal changes.
Who we are looking for Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with the core competencies of:
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 personal goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.
Additional information To view the general description and example of duties for the position please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs
Vacancies in this job class are filled through Union referral, except for promotions, demotions, transfers, and emergency appointments. This job class is part of a series of competency based class specifications created for career areas within the Labor, Trades, and Crafts Unit. The class specification identifies the levels of work and wage grades within the career area, the core and specific competencies of the career area, required work behaviors, certifications, and physical requirements. The competency specification for this job class is available at: http://doa.alaska.gov/dop/fileadmin/Classification/pdf/LTC_Specs/MECHANIC.pdf
Documents required at time of interview
A copy of your Class A CDL, front and back (if applicable).
Three (3) professional references – please include name, title and phone number
COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE REQUIRED : This position requires a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) per federal regulations (49 CFR 383), to register with the federal CDL Drug & Alcohol Testing Clearinghouse prior to performing safety-sensitive duties, and to provide consent to the Employer to review driver information in accordance with 49 CFR 382.
Hire approval is conditional in that the proposed appointee successfully obtains a Class A Alaska Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 120 days of hire and signs an agreement to this effect as a condition of employment.
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION & PUBLIC FACILITIES DRUG AND ALCOHOL POLICY: Selected candidates must comply with the DOT&PF Drug and Alcohol Policy and procedures and CANNOT start work in a CDL position until management has received confirmation of the required pre-employment drug test. Federal regulations require that violations and refusals be retained in the Federal CDL Drug & Alcohol Testing Clearinghouse database.
Tool allowance : Employees in this position are required to provide their own hand tools. They will be paid a monthly tool allowance determined by their position.
Supplemental information
Supplemental questions: This recruitment uses a supplemental questionnaire as part of the application process. These questions may be a mix of written, multiple-choice, and select all that apply questions.
Education and experience requirements
Education and experience details, including foreign education information, transcripts, and work experience notes, are to be provided in the application. Copies of transcripts may be required. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable unless otherwise specified.
EEO STATEMENT : The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). For accommodation requests, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095, TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
Contacts
Susan Morrow, Admin Assistant 3 — (907) 451-2265 — susan.morrow@alaska.gov
Jamie Ellingson, NW District Equipment Manager — (907) 451-5219 — jamie.ellingson@alaska.gov
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