Mechanic Apprentice

the Lynden Family of Companies•Juneau, AK

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Alaska Marine Trucking is hiring a Juneau-based Mechanic Apprentice for its Mechanic Apprentice Program. The program helps cover the cost of specific courses in the University of Alaska’s Diesel Power Technology program and offers a flexible onsite schedule to support academic commitments. It is intended for candidates with very basic mechanic experience who want to begin a career with education assistance and competitive wages. Apprentices learn the company’s processes and procedures in its mechanic shops while completing designated courses in the apprenticeship program. Successful candidates are hired as Mechanic Apprentices and may advance to Mechanic I after meeting that position’s essential duties and responsibilities. Employment offers are contingent on a satisfactory background check and pre-employment drug screen.

Requirements

Very basic mechanic experience.
Must be able to apply for and be issued a TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Card).
Ability to show up to work on time and ready to work.
Detail-oriented, with good communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift objects weighing as much as 100 pounds.
Ability to travel for short periods of time.
Able to work in outside weather conditions.
Satisfactory background check and pre-employment drug screen required.

Responsibilities

Provide maintenance on heavy-duty equipment, including tractors, trailers, and forklifts.
Assist with major component swaps, including hydraulic pumps, engines, and transmissions.
Perform inspections in compliance with DOT and FMCSA regulations.
Learn the company’s processes and procedures in its mechanic shops.
Complete specific courses outlined in AMT’s Mechanic Apprenticeship Program.
Carry out all duties with a strong commitment to excellent customer service.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus program.
Competitive wages and annual wage reviews.
Cell allowance of $10 per month.
Two medical plans, starting as low as $0 per month.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage for family for $222 per month (HDHP).
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA).
Mental health programs (in-office and virtual).
17 days of paid time off a year plus additional paid extended leave; PTO increases with tenure.
Eight paid holidays each year.
401(k) with company match and additional contributions.
No-cost employee assistance program, life insurance, long-term disability, and AD&D.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Work boot allowance.