State of Alaska
Heavy Duty Mechanic Automotive Advanced Journey/Lead (PCN 251310M)
State of Alaska, Juneau, Alaska, us, 99812
Heavy Duty Mechanic Automotive Advanced Journey/Lead (PCN 251310M)
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Job Description
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. 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. The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan. See here for more information: https://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/benefits
The Working Environment This position is in the Fairbanks shop located at 2301 Peger Road. Traveling in small planes to maintain equipment in remote locations is possible. Travel consists of day trips and overnight stays. The work involves addressing transportation needs across Alaska with focus on safety and environmental responsibility.
Who We Are Looking For We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position-specific competencies. Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with the core competencies:
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 initiative and commitment toward completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.
Qualifications and Other Information To view the general description and example of duties for the position go to: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs
Minimum Qualifications: 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
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 the incumbent to possess 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. A Class A Alaska CDL is required for this position. A conditional hire approval can be given to applicants that do not yet possess a Class A CDL. They must obtain a Class A CDL within 120 days of hire and sign an agreement as a condition of employment.
DOT&PF 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 confirmation of passing the required Pre-Employment drug test has been received. Violations and refusals will be reported to the Federal CDL Drug & Alcohol Testing Clearinghouse.
Tool Allowance: Employees in this position provide their own hand tools. A monthly tool allowance is paid; manager will review this after hire.
Education: To verify education used to meet minimum qualifications, fill in the Education section of the application. Copies of transcripts are required. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Foreign education may be used if properly evaluated.
Work Experience: If using work experience not documented in the application, provide employer name, job title, dates, and whether full- or part-time. Applications will be reviewed for qualification accuracy. Attaching a resume is not a substitute for completing the application.
EEO Statement: The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer. For accommodation details contact the numbers listed in the original posting.
Contact Information: For specific information please contact: Steven Alt, Fairbanks HD Foreman, (907) 451-5258, steven.alt@alaska.gov; or Susan Morrow, Admin Assistant 3, (907) 451-2265, susan.morrow@alaska.gov
Careers With The State Of Alaska Offer MANY Benefits. See the benefits overview in the original posting for details.
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Job Description
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. 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. The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan. See here for more information: https://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/benefits
The Working Environment This position is in the Fairbanks shop located at 2301 Peger Road. Traveling in small planes to maintain equipment in remote locations is possible. Travel consists of day trips and overnight stays. The work involves addressing transportation needs across Alaska with focus on safety and environmental responsibility.
Who We Are Looking For We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position-specific competencies. Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with the core competencies:
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 initiative and commitment toward completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.
Qualifications and Other Information To view the general description and example of duties for the position go to: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs
Minimum Qualifications: 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
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 the incumbent to possess 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. A Class A Alaska CDL is required for this position. A conditional hire approval can be given to applicants that do not yet possess a Class A CDL. They must obtain a Class A CDL within 120 days of hire and sign an agreement as a condition of employment.
DOT&PF 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 confirmation of passing the required Pre-Employment drug test has been received. Violations and refusals will be reported to the Federal CDL Drug & Alcohol Testing Clearinghouse.
Tool Allowance: Employees in this position provide their own hand tools. A monthly tool allowance is paid; manager will review this after hire.
Education: To verify education used to meet minimum qualifications, fill in the Education section of the application. Copies of transcripts are required. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Foreign education may be used if properly evaluated.
Work Experience: If using work experience not documented in the application, provide employer name, job title, dates, and whether full- or part-time. Applications will be reviewed for qualification accuracy. Attaching a resume is not a substitute for completing the application.
EEO Statement: The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer. For accommodation details contact the numbers listed in the original posting.
Contact Information: For specific information please contact: Steven Alt, Fairbanks HD Foreman, (907) 451-5258, steven.alt@alaska.gov; or Susan Morrow, Admin Assistant 3, (907) 451-2265, susan.morrow@alaska.gov
Careers With The State Of Alaska Offer MANY Benefits. See the benefits overview in the original posting for details.
Note: The description above is a cleaned and reformatted version of the original job posting text. All original content has been preserved without adding new facts.
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