Maintenance Mechanic II

Maintenance Mechanic II

Lower Kuskokwim School District Bethel, Alaska Oct 26, 2026

To maintain district physical plants and facilities in a safe, efficient, and professional manner so as to enhance the learning environment of students.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must meet one (1) of the following requirements:
• Two years technical education or trade school in at least one of the following areas: HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Diesel Mechanics, Fire Safety and tow years of experience.
• Demonstrated skills in successful leadership and performance in one or more of the following areas: HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Diesel Mechanics, Fire Safety, as documented in a recent evaluation performance by the Plant Facilities Manager and 4 years of experience.
• Demonstrate skills in successful leadership and performance in one or more of the following areas: HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Diesel Mechanics, Fire Safety, as documented in a recent evaluation performance by the Plant Facilities Manager and three years of experience with concurrent enrollment as an apprentice in a Journeyman training course.
• Alaska State Water Treatment Operator Level 2, where applicable.
• Hazman Asbestos Certification.
• Willingness to travel to remote locations.
• Ability to live and work in a cross-cultural, rural Alaskan environment.

Duties:

• Assigns work to crew members on a routine basis; performs "Lead Mechanic" duties.
• Takes ownership of tasks and designates team members to complete those tasks in both a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Recognizes problems and takes initiative to fix and/or creates a team to resolve the situation.
• Willingness to offer ideas and innovations which support the team and assist with smooth operations and efficiencies.
• Communicates reliably and dependably with Plant Facilities and Operations leadership.
• Demonstrates persistence in the face of frustrating tasks.
• Punctual, dependable, and professional in all interactions and practice.
• Is flexible and adaptable and willing to work on the task at hand.
• Performs tasks as needed and directed to ensure facilities are in proper working order to support education needs.
• Performs duties with the highest standards of safety for facilities, staff and students.
• Identifies and requisitions parts from catalog references in specialty area(s).
• Performs other general building maintenance tasks utilizing a variety of skills.
• Is responsible for reporting general building maintenance and equipment malfunctions and repair needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Discover the Adventure of Being a Principal in Alaska with the Lower Kuskokwim School District

Are you ready for a unique and rewarding leadership experience? The Lower Kuskokwim School District (LKSD) invites passionate educators to join our vibrant community in the heart of rural Alaska. We are currently seeking candidates for the 2025–2026 school year.

LKSD is the largest rural school district in Alaska, serving nearly 4,000 predominantly Yup'ik students across 27 schools. Spanning a landmass the size of West Virginia, our district stretches along the Kuskokwim River and the Bering Sea coast. This is an opportunity to immerse yourself in stunning landscapes, rich cultural traditions, and a deeply meaningful educational mission.

Adventure is part of the job—traveling to our communities often involves flying from Anchorage and completing the journey by small plane, snowmobile, or boat. But more importantly, you will play a vital role in delivering bilingual, culturally relevant education that empowers students to succeed.