Heavy Duty Mechanic Automotive Advanced Journey​/Lead; PCN

Heavy Duty Mechanic Automotive Advanced Journey/Lead (PCN 251310M)

Posted 2 days ago. Be among the first 25 applicants.

Effective July 1, 2025 – wage increased by 1.25%; the wage listed reflects the increase.

Recruitment extension notice: Recruitment period extended to allow a larger applicant pool.

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) State Equipment Fleet is looking for a Heavy Duty Mechanic, Automotive, Advanced Journey/Lead to help keep Alaska moving.

What you will be doing:

• Professionally maintain all heavy‑ and light‑duty equipment and vehicles associated with secondary roads, rural airports, and other agency vehicles.
• Resolve unusual or complex equipment problems through a variety of techniques and methods; perform routine and specialized repair and maintenance on heavy equipment.
• Diagnose, maintain, repair, and modify transmissions, drive trains, suspension, engine and emission systems, fuel injection, hydraulic systems, and brake systems (air and electric) for light and heavy‑duty equipment.

Our mission, values, and culture: As part of the SEF team, you will directly support the department’s mission of “Keeping Alaskans Moving through Service and Infrastructure.” Your work will aid in keeping essential vehicles and equipment on our roads and runways.

Benefits: Dynamic work environment, career growth opportunities, training programs, mentorship, generous benefits package, excellent retirement plan. For more information, see (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Working environment: Position located in the Fairbanks shop at 2301 Peger Road. Traveling to remote locations in small planes possible; day trips and overnight stays. Work across Alaska’s diverse terrain, requiring adaptability and resourcefulness.

• Mechanical – knowledge of machines and tools, design, repair, maintenance.
• Flexibility – open to change, adapt rapidly, handle unexpected obstacles.
• Vehicle Maintenance – knowledge of motor vehicle engines, parts, systems, design, repair, maintenance.
• Self‑management – sets realistic goals, high initiative, minimal supervision, motivated, responsible.

Documents required at interview:

• Class A CDL, front and back (if applicable).
• Three professional references – name, title, phone number.

Commercial Driver’s License required: Class A CDL per federal regulations (49 CFR 383). Conditional hire approval available; applicant must obtain CDL within 120 days of hire.

Drug and alcohol policy: Selected candidates must comply with DOT&PF Drug and Alcohol Policy. Cannot start work until Drug test pre‑employment confirmation received.

Tool allowance: Employees must provide own hand tools; monthly tool allowance paid.

Education: Verify education credentials, attach transcripts (unofficial accepted), include number of units if no degree. Foreign education may be used if submitted to credential interpretation organization.

Work experience: Provide employer name, job title, dates, full or part time. Minimum qualifications must be met.

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call or  in Juneau or TTY:
Alaska Relay 711 or or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK . The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

Name: Steven Alt, Fairbanks HD Foreman
Phone:
Email: steven.alt

Name: Susan Morrow, Admin Assistant 3
Phone:
Email: susan.morrow