Mechanic-Automotive-Advanced Journey/Lead (PCN 251320) - State of Alaska

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.

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) State Equipment Fleet is looking for a 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. This includes computerized diagnostics and the ability to repair electronic and mechanical systems. The incumbent must be able to resolve unusual or complex equipment problems through a variety of techniques and methods. In a shop or remote setting, the incumbent performs routine and specialized repair and maintenance on a variety of heavy equipment with diverse components and diagnostic requirements. An example of equipment would be motor graders, loaders, trucks of all types, snow blowers, and sanders, often from different manufacturers and wide range of model years. The incumbent is required to have a base working knowledge of the equipment components in order to move or operate the equipment for service and have the ability to correctly diagnose problems not specified in applicable programs.

The incumbent, at a minimum, must be able to diagnose, maintain, repair, and modify the following systems on heavy trucks and equipment:

• Engine, transmission, and drivetrain repair and maintenance, repair, and modify the following systems on heavy trucks and equipment.
• Steering and suspension repair and maintenance
• Hydraulic systems diagnosis and repair
• Brake systems, including air brakes
• Direct current (DC) electrical systems for heavy and light duty equipment
• Welding, including MIG, arc, and gas welding and brazing
• Tire repair and replacement on all types of equipment
• Minor body and frame repair 

Our organization, mission, 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 provide assistance 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.  We succeed in achieving our transportation mission through building credibility with our customers, stakeholders, and the public. A successful candidate will have sound judgment, decision-making, and a strong ethical and professional conduct history.

The benefits of joining our team:
Working for the State Equipment Fleet offers a unique opportunity for you to work alongside knowledgeable, dedicated technicians who are committed to each other and to meeting our collective goals in a professional maintenance environment. The State of Alaska offers 11 paid holidays per year as well as paid leave time, flexible schedules, a tool allowance, and overtime pay as needed. We offer a competitive retirement and benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance benefits, a 401k retirement system with additional retirement and investment options available.

The working environment you can expect: 
This position is at our NOME, AK - State Equipment Fleet shop located at MP 3.5 Nome-Teller Road, Nome, AK. 

Some travel in small planes to maintain equipment in remote locations is expected in this position. 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: 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.
• Teamwork: Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals.
• 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.

Special Notice
Starting salary is dependent on qualifications and experience, State of Alaska policy, and Collective Bargaining Agreement(s).

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