Mechanic Apprentice

Lynden Transport•Juneau, AK

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Alaska Marine Trucking is hiring a Juneau-based Mechanic Apprentice for its Mechanic Apprentice Program. The program is designed to cover the cost of specified 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 processes and procedures used in AMT’s mechanic shops while completing the courses outlined in the apprenticeship program. Successful candidates 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.
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.
Ability to work in outside weather conditions.
Satisfactory background check and pre-employment drug screen.

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 processes and procedures used in AMT’s mechanic shops.
Complete the specified courses outlined in AMT’s Mechanic Apprenticeship Program.
Apply for and obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
Carry out duties with a strong commitment to excellent customer service.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus program
Competitive wages and annual wage reviews
$10 per month cell allowance
Two medical plans, starting as low as $0 per month
Medical, dental, and vision coverage for family members for $222 per month under the HDHP
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
Mental health programs, in-office and virtual
17 days of paid time off per 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
AD&D
Tuition reimbursement program
Work boot allowance