Alaska State Troopers
Mechanic-Automotive-Advanced Journey/Lead (PCN 251319 & 251322)
Alaska State Troopers, Nome, Alaska, us, 99762
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 equipment associated with the construction and maintenance of highways, secondary roads and rural airports including, but not limited to motor graders, loaders, dump trucks, roller compactors, sand spreaders, backhoes, and tractor‑trailer combinations.
This is an advanced journey level mechanic position required to diagnose, repair and maintain a wide variety of heavy trucks and equipment for the State Fleet. You will perform computerized diagnostics and repair both electronic and mechanical systems. You must resolve unusual or complex equipment problems through a variety of techniques and methods. In a shop or remote setting you will perform routine and specialized repair and maintenance on diverse heavy equipment with diagnostic requirements. Examples of equipment include motor graders, loaders, various trucks, snow blowers, sanders from different manufacturers and a wide range of model years. A base working knowledge of equipment components is required to move or operate the equipment for service and to diagnose problems not specified in applicable programs.
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.
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.
We value professional development, offering training programs and mentorship opportunities to help individuals expand their expertise and advance in their chosen fields.
The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan. More information: https://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/benefits
The working environment you can expect This position is located at MP 3.5 Nome‑Teller Road, Nome, AK. Some travel in small planes to maintain equipment in remote locations is possible. Travel consists of day trips and overnight stays.
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:
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.
To view the general description and example of duties for the position please go to 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 levels of work, wage grades, core and specific competencies, 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.pd
Documents required at time of interview
A copy of your Class A CDL, front and back (if applicable).
Three professional references – please include name, title and phone number.
Commercial Driver’s License Required This position requires the incumbent to possess a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) per federal regulations (49 CFR 383). The applicant must register with the federal CDL Drug & Alcohol Testing Clearinghouse prior to performing safety‑sensitive duties and provide consent to review driver information in accordance with 49 CFR 382. A Class A Alaska Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is required.
A conditional hire approval can be given to applicants who do not yet possess a Class A CDL. This means that the proposed appointee must successfully obtain a Class A CDL within 120 days of hire and sign an agreement 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 Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) position until Management Services or designee has received confirmation of the applicant passing the required Pre‑Employment drug test. All violations and refusals will be maintained with the federal CDL Drug & Alcohol Testing Clearinghouse database.
Tool Allowance Employees in this position are required to provide their own hand tools. Employees will be paid a bi‑weekly tool allowance as determined by the LTC contract.
Supplemental Questions This recruitment utilizes 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. The answers you provide will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process. Please be as thorough and accurate as you can.
Education To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment.
Special Instructions for Foreign Education Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs. Or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Work Experience If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer’s name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full or part‑time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported, and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
EEO Statement The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811‑0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
Contact Information Susan Morrow, Admin Assistant 3 (907) 451-2265 susan.morrow@alaska.gov
Geoffrey Hubert, Nome Shop Foreman (907) 443-3429 geoffrey.hubert@alaska.gov
Jamie Ellingson, NW District Manager (907) 451-5219 jamie.ellingson@alaska.gov
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What you will be doing Professionally maintain all heavy equipment associated with the construction and maintenance of highways, secondary roads and rural airports including, but not limited to motor graders, loaders, dump trucks, roller compactors, sand spreaders, backhoes, and tractor‑trailer combinations.
This is an advanced journey level mechanic position required to diagnose, repair and maintain a wide variety of heavy trucks and equipment for the State Fleet. You will perform computerized diagnostics and repair both electronic and mechanical systems. You must resolve unusual or complex equipment problems through a variety of techniques and methods. In a shop or remote setting you will perform routine and specialized repair and maintenance on diverse heavy equipment with diagnostic requirements. Examples of equipment include motor graders, loaders, various trucks, snow blowers, sanders from different manufacturers and a wide range of model years. A base working knowledge of equipment components is required to move or operate the equipment for service and to diagnose problems not specified in applicable programs.
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.
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.
We value professional development, offering training programs and mentorship opportunities to help individuals expand their expertise and advance in their chosen fields.
The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan. More information: https://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/benefits
The working environment you can expect This position is located at MP 3.5 Nome‑Teller Road, Nome, AK. Some travel in small planes to maintain equipment in remote locations is possible. Travel consists of day trips and overnight stays.
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:
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.
To view the general description and example of duties for the position please go to 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 levels of work, wage grades, core and specific competencies, 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.pd
Documents required at time of interview
A copy of your Class A CDL, front and back (if applicable).
Three professional references – please include name, title and phone number.
Commercial Driver’s License Required This position requires the incumbent to possess a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) per federal regulations (49 CFR 383). The applicant must register with the federal CDL Drug & Alcohol Testing Clearinghouse prior to performing safety‑sensitive duties and provide consent to review driver information in accordance with 49 CFR 382. A Class A Alaska Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is required.
A conditional hire approval can be given to applicants who do not yet possess a Class A CDL. This means that the proposed appointee must successfully obtain a Class A CDL within 120 days of hire and sign an agreement 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 Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) position until Management Services or designee has received confirmation of the applicant passing the required Pre‑Employment drug test. All violations and refusals will be maintained with the federal CDL Drug & Alcohol Testing Clearinghouse database.
Tool Allowance Employees in this position are required to provide their own hand tools. Employees will be paid a bi‑weekly tool allowance as determined by the LTC contract.
Supplemental Questions This recruitment utilizes 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. The answers you provide will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process. Please be as thorough and accurate as you can.
Education To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment.
Special Instructions for Foreign Education Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs. Or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Work Experience If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer’s name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full or part‑time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported, and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
EEO Statement The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811‑0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
Contact Information Susan Morrow, Admin Assistant 3 (907) 451-2265 susan.morrow@alaska.gov
Geoffrey Hubert, Nome Shop Foreman (907) 443-3429 geoffrey.hubert@alaska.gov
Jamie Ellingson, NW District Manager (907) 451-5219 jamie.ellingson@alaska.gov
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