Light Duty Mechanic, Automotive, Advanced Journey/Lead

Job Description

ATTENTION ALL APPLICANTS!

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF)

State Equipment Fleet is looking for a

Mechanic, Automotive, Advanced Journey/Lead

to help us

Keep Alaska Moving!

What you will be doing

Professionally maintain all light duty equipment and vehicles associated with the construction and maintenance of secondary roads, rural airports and other user agency vehicles being operated in the area.

Incumbents will be required to perform routine and specialized maintenance and repairs requiring the ability to recognize and diagnose problems or potential problems during preventative maintenance services.

Incumbents are required to make repairs to gasoline and diesel engines, identify all parts and materials needed for jobs, identify and order from parts manuals through the local parts depot, and document their time and materials on workorders.

The incumbent, at a minimum, must be able to diagnose, maintain, repair, and modify the following systems: Transmission and drive trains, suspension, engine and emission systems, including fuel injection systems, hydraulic systems, brakes including air, electrical for light and heavy-duty equipment.

Our Mission, Value, and Culture

As part of the State Equipment Fleet (SEF) team, you will have a direct impact on the department mission of “Keeping Alaskans Moving through Service and Infrastructure.” SEF's mission is to provide all state agencies with safe, economical vehicles they need to accomplish their mission. Your work will aid in keeping essential vehicles and equipment on our roads and runways to keep Alaskans moving safely around our state.

The DOT&PF core values are integrity, excellence, and respect. We support an environment focused on teamwork and collaboration to achieve results. We succeed in achieving our transportation mission through building credibility with our customers, stakeholders, and the public. A successful candidate will have sound judgment, decision-making, and a strong ethical and professional conduct history]

The benefits of joining our team

Joining the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers an array of benefits, with career growth opportunities at the forefront. As an integral part of Alaska's infrastructure development and maintenance, DOT&PF provides employees with a dynamic and diverse work environment where they can continually enhance their skills and climb the career ladder.

The department values professional development, offering training programs and mentorship opportunities to help individuals expand their expertise and advance in their chosen fields. With the vast and unique challenges of Alaska's geography and climate, employees can work on groundbreaking projects that contribute to the state's growth, making the DOT&PF an ideal choice for those seeking a fulfilling and evolving career in transportation and public facilities.

The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan. Please see here for more information:

https://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/benefits

The working environment you can expect

The Palmer shop is located at 289 Inner Springer Loop,

Palmer, AK.

Some travelling in small planes to maintain and repair vehicles in remote locations is possible in this position. Travel consists of day trips and overnight stays.

Who we are looking for

To be successful in this position, the selected applicant will possess the following core competencies:

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.

Special Note:

Driver´s License and Municipality of Anchorage I/M (emissions) Certificate.

To view the general description and example of duties for the position please go to:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and/or progressively responsible experience providing the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the essential duties of either 1) routinely and independently resolving unusual issues and developing or modifying techniques; troubleshooting electronic/mechanical systems; and/or performing computerized diagnostic mechanic duties, or 2) directing and reviewing the work of others while helping on the most complex projects associated with light duty and automotive equipment.

Essential Core Competencies:

Knowledge of current safety practices, repair techniques and terminology; the vocabulary needed to read and interpret technical manuals and regulations; and lubrication requirements.

Applicable skill in maintaining clean and safe work and tool area; and the use of standard shop tools and procedures.

Ability to retrieve, read and apply O.S.H.A. guidelines; retrieve, read and apply information from technical manuals, computers and microfiche; select and use proper tools; maintain, and repair shop tools and equipment; use lubrication equipment; recognize wear points; understand oral and written instructions in English; perform work accurately, safely, thoroughly, and efficiently; and use digital volt ohm meter. Must have a willingness to attend and pass factory authorized schools on specific vehicle, equipment, or aircraft and apply acquired training to specific problems.

For full Minimum Qualifications please follow the Classifications link:

Class Specifications | Mechanic, Automotive, Advanced Journey/Lead | Class Spec Details

Additional Required Information

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT TIME OF INTERVIEW

A copy of your Class A CDL, front and back (if applicable).

Three (3) professional references – please include name, title and phone number

TOOL ALLOWANCE

Employees in this position are required to provide their own hand tools. Employees in this position will be paid a monthly tool allowance determined by their position. Your manager should review this with you after you are hired.

EDUCATION

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competences for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

WORK EXPERIENCE

If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the