Mechanic-Automotive-Advanced Journey/Lead (PCN 252941 252944)

State of Alaska•Anchorage International Airport, AK

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF), Anchorage International Airport, is hiring two Advanced Journey/Lead Automotive Mechanics. This is a full-journey-level heavy-duty mechanic specialist position. The mechanic troubleshoots, analyzes, maintains, and repairs gasoline- and diesel-powered engines, drivetrain components, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and other mechanical systems on heavy construction, snow removal, and Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) equipment. The position also performs roadside service, daily maintenance and safety inspections, and maintains shop records, including work orders, parts order forms, and time sheets. Employees must furnish their own hand tools up to and including ½-inch-drive socket sets. The position is located at Anchorage International Airport, a 24/7/365 operation. The employee works with a team responsible for safe, reliable airport operations and maintenance in Alaska’s challenging weather and operating conditions. The position is eligible for overtime and shift differential. Applicants must be Alaska residents and eligible for an airport identification badge, including passing fingerprint-based criminal history and background checks and a TSA Security Threat Assessment. A Class A Alaska CDL with an N-Tanker endorsement is required; conditional hire may be approved if the employee obtains it within 120 days of hire and signs an agreement to do so. Selected candidates must meet applicable DOT&PF drug and alcohol testing requirements before starting CDL safety-sensitive duties.

Requirements

Knowledge of current safety practices, repair techniques and terminology, technical manuals and regulations, and lubrication requirements.
Skill in using standard shop tools and procedures and in maintaining a clean and safe work and tool area.
Ability to retrieve, read, and apply OSHA guidelines and information from technical manuals, computers, and microfiche.
Ability to select and use proper tools, use lubrication equipment, recognize wear points, and use a digital volt-ohm meter.
Ability to understand oral and written instructions in English and perform work accurately, safely, thoroughly, and efficiently.
Willingness to attend and pass factory-authorized schools on specific vehicles, equipment, or aircraft and apply the acquired training.
Minimum qualifications may be met through education and/or progressively responsible experience providing the ability to independently resolve unusual issues and develop or modify techniques; troubleshoot electronic/mechanical systems and/or perform computerized diagnostic mechanic duties; or direct and review others’ work while assisting with complex light-duty and automotive equipment projects.
Must possess a Class A Alaska Commercial Driver’s License with N-Tanker endorsement. Conditional hire may be granted if the applicant obtains the credential within 120 days of hire and signs an agreement.
Must register with the federal CDL Drug & Alcohol Testing Clearinghouse before performing safety-sensitive duties and consent to employer review of driver information.
Must pass the required pre-employment drug test before starting work in a CDL position and comply with DOT&PF Drug and Alcohol Policy and procedures.
Must be eligible for an airport identification badge, including passing fingerprint-based criminal history and comprehensive background checks and a TSA Security Threat Assessment.
Applicants must be Alaska residents.
Applicants must furnish their own hand tools up to and including ½-inch-drive socket sets.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, analyze, and repair gasoline and diesel engines.
Repair and rebuild drivetrain components.
Repair hydraulic systems and other mechanical systems on heavy construction, snow removal, and ARFF equipment.
Diagnose and repair electrical system failures.
Perform roadside service on equipment.
Perform daily maintenance, service, and safety inspections.
Maintain shop records, including work orders, parts order forms, and time sheets.
Apply factory-authorized training to specific vehicle, equipment, or aircraft problems.
Maintain clean and safe work and tool areas, and maintain and repair shop tools and equipment.