Alaska School Maintenance Assistant – Rural Facilities

Ket'acik/Aapalluk Memorial School; Kwethluk (AK); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Ket'acik/Aapalluk Memorial School in Kwethukl, Alaska is seeking an Assistant Maintenance Mechanic to assist in maintaining district facilities safely and efficiently, contributing to a conducive learning environment for students.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, a willingness to travel to remote locations, and the ability to work in a cross‑cultural rural Alaskan setting. This is a full-time, hourly role with pay depending on experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Willingness to travel to remote locations.
• Ability to live and work in a cross-cultural, rural Alaskan environment.
• Must pass Alaska State Water Treatment Operator in Training (OIT) exam within 3 test dates after offer, if required.

Responsibilities

• Performs semiskilled building maintenance tasks in craft areas as assigned.
• Works as assistant to a skilled maintenance mechanic.
• Works as a maintenance mechanic trainee.
• Performs duties with the highest standards of safety for personnel, students, and facilities.
• Responsible for reporting general building maintenance and equipment malfunction and repair needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

General maintenance aptitude

Willingness to travel

Cross-cultural adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Ket'acik/Aapalluk Memorial School in Kwethukl, Alaska is seeking an Assistant Maintenance Mechanic to assist in maintaining district facilities safely and efficiently, contributing to a conducive learning environment for students.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, a willingness to travel to remote locations, and the ability to work in a cross‑cultural rural Alaskan setting. This is a full-time, hourly role with pay depending on experience.