Mechanic - Automotive - Advanced Journey/Lead (PCN 253066)

State of Alaska•Fairbanks, AK

37d

About The Position

In this role, you will be responsible for performing skilled troubleshooting, diagnostics, maintenance, and repair of a wide variety of gasoline- and diesel-powered airport equipment. You will diagnose and resolve performance problems with engines, ignition, fuel, electrical, hydraulic, drivetrain, and steering systems using both traditional mechanical methods and computer-based diagnostic tools. Work will include preventative maintenance, major and minor repairs, complete rebuilds, and fabrication or welding as needed to return equipment to safe and reliable operation. You will also perform machine shop work, roadside and remote service calls, daily inspections, and maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities. This position requires strong technical knowledge, the ability to work independently in varied and sometimes extreme conditions, and the skill to ensure all equipment remains in peak working order to support airport operations.

Requirements

Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, benefits, repair, and maintenance.
Is open to change and new information; rapidly adapts to new information, changing conditions or unexpected obstacles
Knowledge of motor vehicle engines, parts, and systems, including their design, uses, repair, and maintenance.
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.
Specialized equipment required in Airfield Maintenance and snow removal operations.
Valid Class A Commercial Drivers License with N-Tanker within 120 days of hire.
Have a valid or must be able to obtain a First Aid and Adult CPR Card.
Successfully complete a background and employment check prior to an offer of employment.
Ability to obtain an Airport Security Badge and maintain it for the term of employment.
Participation in a pre-employment drug test and participation in a random drug and alcohol testing program for the term of employment.

Responsibilities

Performing skilled troubleshooting, diagnostics, maintenance, and repair of a wide variety of gasoline- and diesel-powered airport equipment.
Diagnosing and resolving performance problems with engines, ignition, fuel, electrical, hydraulic, drivetrain, and steering systems using both traditional mechanical methods and computer-based diagnostic tools.
Performing preventative maintenance, major and minor repairs, complete rebuilds, and fabrication or welding as needed to return equipment to safe and reliable operation.
Performing machine shop work, roadside and remote service calls, daily inspections, and maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities.

Benefits

Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)
Group-based insurance premiums for
Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
Long-term and short-term disability
Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
Supplemental Survivor Benefits
Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
Twelve (12) paid holidays a year