Heavy Equipment Mechanic

North Slope Borough — Public Works; Utqiaġvik (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

North Slope Borough — Public Works is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Mechanic in Utqiaġvik, Alaska. You will diagnose, inspect, and repair light through heavy-duty equipment, focusing on engines, drive trains, hydraulics, and electrical systems.

The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma or GED, 5 years of experience, and safety certifications (IS-100/200/700/800, CPR/First Aid). Probation includes acquiring required training (RCRA, HAZWOPER, SPCC). Expect field travel and on-call duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5 years of work experience as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic or completion of NSB ladder.
• Certifications IS-100/200/700/800 required.
• CPR, AED and First Aid certifications required.
• RCRA training, HAZWOPER, and SPCC training to be obtained during probation.

Responsibilities

• Daily inspections, fueling, check fluid levels and safety inspections of equipment.
• Schedule and perform routine preventive maintenance.
• Repair electrical, drive train, suspension, engine and hydraulic systems of equipment.
• Troubleshoot drivability problems and diagnose equipment issues.
• Operate diagnostic tools and hand tools, following safety practices.
• Travel to and work within North Slope Borough villages as needed.
• Maintain records, work orders and reports.

Skills

Diagnostics

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Safety compliance

Supervision

Physical stamina

Mechanical repair

Reading schematics

Education

High school diploma or GED

5 years heavy equipment experience

NSB Heavy Equipment Trainee Ladder

IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, IS-800

CPR, AED and First Aid

RCRA training (site-specific)

HAZWOPER certification

Small Quantity Handler training

SPCC training

Job description

Summary or Purpose

This position's minimal requirement is a valid U.S. Driver's License. Within one year of service this position requires a U.S. Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and adherence to 49 CFR Part 383 and the North Slope Borough Safe Workplace Plan as the position requires operating equipment with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) of 26,001 pounds or more; therefore, this safety-sensitive role is subject to Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing regulations under 49 CFR Part 382 and 49 CFR Part 40.

All Borough employees who occupy positions where federal law mandates testing shall comply with the requirements of the federal regulations and will be subject to pre-employment, random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion return to duty and follow-up testing. [*This position becomes subject to federally mandated testing upon obtaining a CDL].

Service, Diagnose and Repair light, medium and heavy-duty equipment, Perform Minor and Major repairs to include over hauling engines, drive trains, hydraulic systems and electrical systems. This position may supervise apprentice workers engaged in vehicle and equipment repair work.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

Daily inspections, fueling, check fluid levels, lighting, tires and startup and safety inspections of equipment.

Schedule and Perform routine preventive maintenance.

Perform minor and major repairs to include all aspects of repairs, electrical, drive train, suspension, engine, heating, hydraulic to equipment.

Troubleshoot and diagnose drivability problems and repair on equipment.

Operate a variety of diagnostic tools and electrical, air and hand tools.

Welding and fabricate as needed.

Perform minor body work on equipment.

Maintain records, work orders, purchase request, quotes, timesheets, daily and monthly reports.

Attend safety meetings and training sessions as required.

Travel to and work within North Slope Borough villages.

May be required to work non-traditional work schedule to include evenings, holidays and weekends.

May be subject to 24 hour on call status.

Operate vehicles and equipment to diagnose and ensure operating efficiency.

Clean and maintain equipment, tools and the general work area.

Support responsibility for safe work practices in all projects, activities and operations.

Consistently build knowledge and expertise about current job;

Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of North Slope Borough organization, operations, policies and procedures;

Knowledge and understanding of basic shop safety, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS);

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds;

Must be able to walk, lift, reach, stoop, stand, grasp, balance, climb, kneel and crouch;

Must be able to work in various inside and outside environments being subjected to weather changes, noise vibrations, job hazards and atmospheric conditions;

Ability to understand safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals;

Skill in operation of diagnostic equipment, troubleshooting and repair of equipment.

Education, Experience, Certifications and Licenses Required

High school graduate or G.E.D or a combination of 12 years of education and related work experience;

Five years of work experience as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic or completion of the NSB Heavy Equipment Trainee Career Ladder;

Required to obtain Incident Command System (IS) 100, IS 200, IS 700 and IS 800;

Required to obtain CPR, AED and Basic First Aid Certifications;

Ability to obtain site specific Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) training in accordance with 40 C.F.R. § 265.16 within the probationary period.

Ability to obtain Hazardous Waste and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) current certification within the probationary period.

Ability to obtain Small Quantity Handler training in accordance with 40 C.F.R. § 273.16 within the probationary period.

Ability to obtain site specific Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) training in accordance with 40 C.F.R. 112.7 (f)(1)(2) and (3) within the probationary period.

THE NORTH SLOPE BOROUGH IS AN ALCOHOL AND DRUG FREE WORKPLACE.

This Job Description reflects North Slope Borough's best effort to describe the essential functions and qualifications of the job described. It is not an exhaustive statement of all the duties, responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This document is not intended to exclude an opportunity for modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation. This is not intended to be a contract.