Mechanic - Rural ARFF - Advanced Journey (PCN 250947)

State of Alaska•King Salmon, AK

55d•Onsite

About The Position

Professionally maintain all heavy-duty equipment associated with the construction and maintenance of secondary roads and rural airports. Also, maintain light duty equipment associated with the construction and maintenance of secondary roads and other user agency vehicles being operated in the area-requiring repair. This includes computerized diagnostics and the ability to repair electronic and mechanic 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. Must be able to diagnose, maintain, repair and modify the following systems: Transmission and drive trains, suspension, engine and emission, along with fuel injection systems, hydraulic systems, and brake systems including air and electrical for light and heavy-duty equipment.

Requirements

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.
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.
ETT (Emergency Trauma Treatment) training 40-hour course.
ARFF training, including a 40-hour course and medical evaluation and fit test for self-contained breathing apparatus.
Training in Managing Wildlife Hazards at Airports (training provided after hire).
Must be proficient at operating heavy equipment.
Steel toed boots or other approved personal protection equipment to avoid smashed toes from dropped or fallen objects.
Knowledge of firearm usage and ammunition handling is required.
Ability to Perform Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) duties in support of Part 139
Class A commercial driver's license (CDL) is required to perform the duties of the position.
A copy of your Class A CDL, front and back (if applicable).
Three (3) professional references - please include name, title and phone number
Selected candidates must comply with the DOT&PF Drug and Alcohol Policy and procedures and CANNOT start work in a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) position until Management Services or designee has received confirmation of the proposed appointee passing the required Pre-Employment drug test.

Responsibilities

Professionally maintain all heavy-duty equipment associated with the construction and maintenance of secondary roads and rural airports.
Maintain light duty equipment associated with the construction and maintenance of secondary roads and other user agency vehicles being operated in the area-requiring repair.
Resolve unusual or complex equipment problems through a variety of techniques and methods.
Perform routine and specialized repair and maintenance on a variety of heavy equipment with diverse components and diagnostic requirements.
Diagnose, maintain, repair and modify the following systems: Transmission and drive trains, suspension, engine and emission, along with fuel injection systems, hydraulic systems, and brake systems including air and electrical for light and heavy-duty equipment.

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