Emergency Vehicle Service Tech I - Mechanic II (FLEX)

Fleet Maintenance Technician

Join the CBJ Fleet Maintenance team, where you'll maintain government vehicles supporting essential services! This flexibly staffed position performs maintenance, repair, and fleet support activities for the Juneau Police Department (JPD) fleet of emergency and non-emergency vehicles, and light, medium, and heavy-duty Streets & Fleet vehicles and equipment. This position welcomes both entry/trainee level candidates and experienced Mechanics of light duty vehicles to heavy equipment.

Candidates with minimal to no experience may qualify for an on-the-job training program while those with more experience may qualify for higher placement. Supervisors/leads will define work assignments, monitor progress, and provide feedback, with tasks becoming more advanced over time. Promotion eligibility is based on meeting minimum qualifications and specific criteria. Join us to learn and assist in Fleet Maintenance, with opportunities for structured training and advancement!

We are looking for individuals who enjoy hands-on work in an industrial environment, thrive on maintaining and repairing a variety of heavy equipment, such as motor graders, dump trucks, loaders, excavators, rollers, sweepers, vacuum trucks to forklifts, and can diagnose minor electrical and mechanical issues. Commitment to delivering excellent customer service to your community, flexibility with on-call, weekend, and potentially holiday shifts are also required. A strong work ethic, desire to learn, reliable attendance, politeness and courtesy, safety-conscious attitude, team collaboration, flexibility for overtime, and availability for unplanned requests are essential.

The 7-Mile Fleet Maintenance Shop offers a unique blend of rewarding and challenging experiences. As part of our team, you'll maintain, repair, and diagnose a diverse range of equipment and play a crucial role in maintaining the safety of CBJ's fleet equipment. CBJ Fleet Maintenance staff work together as a high-functioning team with the shared vision of providing reliable service to CBJ departments' fleet including but not limited to Engineering & Public Works, Parks & Recreation, Docks & Harbors, Finance, Human Resources & Risk Management, and Community Development.

This position typically works Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.4:00 p.m., with a halfhour lunch. Additionally, this position may be required to work overtime, including weekends and holidays. The position also requires recalls for emergencies and weather events. The shop is located at 7100 Glacier Hwy, Juneau, AK 99801.

In support of law enforcement operations, the position is primarily responsible for maintaining the operational readiness of patrol, investigative, K-9, command, administrative, unmarked, and other specialty vehicles, as well as Streets & Fleet vehicles and equipment. The incumbent installs, maintains, diagnoses, repairs police-specific equipment and systems including emergency lighting, sirens, communications equipment, mobile data terminals (MDTs), automated license plate reader (ALPR) systems, cameras, partitions, prisoner transport equipment, weapon mounts, storage systems, and related law enforcement technology.

The position exercises independent judgment regarding vehicle readiness for service and may recommend or remove unsafe vehicles from operation until repairs are completed.

Service Tech I/II: This entry/trainee-level position is ideal for those without a valid Alaska Commercial Driver's License, offering hands-on experience in maintenance mechanic activities under close supervision. You'll assist in the repair, maintenance, and modification of heavy equipment, including diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and crane hoisting systems, while also performing semi-skilled and unskilled tasks like cleaning, inspecting, and routine maintenance of Public Works equipment. Responsibilities include operating and transporting equipment, performing minor repairs, ensuring shop safety, and assisting with preventative maintenance. As you gain experience and obtain necessary certifications, you'll take on more complex assignments with greater independence, with the potential for promotion upon meeting the required qualifications and demonstrating proficiency.

Mechanic I/II: This journey-level mechanic position involves independently performing routine and complex maintenance and repairs on light, medium, and heavy-duty vehicles, as well as construction equipment, under general supervision. Key responsibilities include inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems; rebuilding and replacing components; performing light body work, welding, and fabrication; and operating various shop equipment. The role also includes maintaining detailed records, performing preventative maintenance, using diagnostic tools, conducting road tests, and ensuring safety compliance. Additionally, the mechanic may outfit new vehicles with necessary equipment, troubleshoot and repair generators, and must stay updated on industry innovations. Other related duties may be assigned as needed.

Emergency Vehicle Service Technician I - Range 10 - $23.42 - $ 25.00 (DOQ) Licensure: Not less than 18 years of age at time of appointment and have held a driver's license for at least one year; AND A valid Alaska driver's license at time of appointment and for continued employment. Requires a valid Class "A" Alaska Commercial Driver's License valid for vehicles equipped with air brakes and with a Tanker (N) endorsement within six (6) months of appointment and for continued employment.

Emergency Vehicle Service Technician II - Range 11 - $25.00 - $26.88 (DOQ) Experience as an automotive serviceman, mechanic or operator is desired but not required. Licensure: Requires a valid Class "A" Alaska Commercial Driver's License valid for vehicles equipped with air brakes and with a Tanker (N) endorsement at time of appointment and for continued employment.

Emergency Vehicle Mechanic I - Range 14 $30.40 - $32.51 (DOQ) Two (2) years of experience in automotive/mechanical maintenance. Substitution: Post-secondary education or technical training in automotive work may be substituted for the required experience on the basis of 125 clock hours of instruction for one month of experience up to a maximum of twelve months. License: Requires a valid Class "A" Alaska Commercial Driver's License valid for vehicles equipped with air brakes, and with a Tanker (N) endorsement at time of appointment and for continued employment. Other: All Mechanics must provide and maintain own set of hand tools.

Emergency Vehicle Mechanic II - Range 16 $34.65 - $39.48 (DOQ) Three (3) years of experience in automotive, construction/heavy equipment, truck, or transit bus repair and maintenance appropriate to specific position. Substitution: Post-secondary education or technical training in automotive work may be substituted for the required experience on basis of 125 clock hours of instruction for one month of experience up to a maximum of twenty-four months. Licensure: A valid Class "A" Commercial Driver's License valid for vehicles equipped with air brakes, manual transmissions and with Tanker (N) endorsement at time of appointment and for continued employment. Other: All Mechanics must provide and maintain own set of hand tools.

For all Levels: Initial appointment to Emergency Vehicle Service Technician/Mechanic positions will be made conditionally pending successful completion and maintenance of all background and security requirements necessary to obtain and retain access to the Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN), criminal justice information systems, and secured police facilities. Requirements may include a criminal background investigation, fingerprinting, investigative interview, and other screening requirements established by the Juneau Police Department.

SPECIAL NOTE: *Initial appointment to all FMCSA positions requiring a CDL will be made conditionally pending (1) receipt of verified negative results of pre-employment testing for controlled substances and (2) passing a 3-year drug & alcohol testing background check with previous DOT employers. Employees must register with the FMCSA Clearinghouse and provide CBJ with paper and electronic consent for a full query of the driver's Clearinghouse record. Employee will then be subject to the City and Borough's drug-testing program.

This position is flexibly staffed. The level of the job offer will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications. If hired at the lower level, the successful applicant will be promoted to the higher level upon meeting the minimum qualifications for the higher level, completing the training plan and demonstrating competency in the work as determined by the supervisor.

Hiring Manager: Spencer Gates

Streets & Fleet Maintenance Superintendent

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Careers with the City & Borough of Juneau offer Many Benefits. The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the City & Borough of Juneau. Actual benefits received may differ based on position type and will be prorated for other than full time work. Incumbents of Part-time Limited, Eaglecrest Limited, Short-term Temporary, Emergency and Intern positions are not eligible for the benefits described below.

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance--$10,000 for employee, spouse & dependents
• Optional group-based insurance premiums for
• Term life with Accidental Death and Dismemberment (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)