Heavy Duty Mechanic-Automotive-Advanced Journey/Lead PCN 252281

Job Description State Equipment Fleet (SEF) – Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) seeks a Heavy Duty Mechanic, Automotive, Advanced Journey/Lead to maintain and repair heavy‑ and light‑equipment used for secondary roads, rural airports and other agency vehicles. What You Will Be Doing Professionally maintain all heavy‑ and light‑equipment associated with construction and maintenance of roads, airports, and other agency vehicles. Diagnose and resolve unusual or complex equipment problems using a variety of techniques. Perform routine and specialized repair and maintenance on heavy equipment. Diagnose, maintain, repair, and modify systems including transmissions, drive trains, suspension, engine & emission, fuel injection, hydraulic, air and electrical brake systems for light and heavy‑equipment. Our Organization, Values, and Culture SEF’s mission is to keep Alaskans moving safely by providing reliable vehicles and equipment. Our culture emphasizes teamwork, communication, and a focus on results. We work across the state, often in remote or urban locations, and contribute to critical infrastructure in a rugged environment. Benefits Career growth, training programs, mentorship, generous benefits package, retirement plan, and a wide range of insurance options. Specific benefits include: Health, vision, and dental insurance with employer contributions. Basic life insurance with additional coverage options. Optional group‑based insurance premiums for term life, disability, accidental death, and supplemental survivor benefits. Retirement benefits through the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), Teachers' Retirement System (TRS), or a defined contribution program. Personal leave, twelve paid holidays, and paid leave accrual based on service. Working Environment Location: 100 Airport Road, Klawock, AK. Travel may involve day trips or overnight stays in small aircraft to remote sites. Who We Are Looking For Mechanical expertise with knowledge of machines, tools, and maintenance systems. Flexibility and rapid adaptation to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles. Vehicle maintenance knowledge covering motor vehicle engines, parts, and systems. Self‑management with initiative, effort, and minimal supervision. Minimum Qualifications Union referral required for vacancies, except for promotions, transfers, or emergency appointments. See class specifications at for competency details. Required Documents at Time of Interview Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) front and back (if applicable). Three professional references (name, title, phone). Commercial Driver's License Requirement Mandatory CDL per federal regulations. Candidates must obtain a Class A Alaska CDL within 120 days of hire and sign an agreement conditioning employment. Drug and Alcohol Policy Compliance with the DOT&PF Drug and Alcohol Policy is required. Employment will not begin until a pre‑employment drug test is passed and recorded per federal standards. Tool Allowance Employees provide their own hand tools and receive a monthly tool allowance reviewed by management upon hire. Supplemental Questions Recruitment includes a supplemental questionnaire. Answers will determine advancement to interview. Education Provide transcript(s) to verify educational credentials used to meet minimum qualifications. Foreign education requires documented equivalency. Work Experience List employer, title, dates, and employment type to verify work experience supporting qualifications. EEO Statement The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The State is an equal opportunity employer. Contact Information Tom Moore, Juneau Foreman – View phone number on click.appcast.io – View email address on click.appcast.io Kari Carter, Admin Officer View phone number on click.appcast.io – View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Alaska