Light Duty Mechanic-North Slope Alaska

Kansas City Area Transportation Authority; Alaska; On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision/401K

Job summary

Kansas City Area Transportation Authority is seeking a Light Duty Mechanic for the North Slope Alaska location. The role focuses on preventative maintenance of a fleet of light trucks and equipment, including lube, oil, filters, hoses, tires, and fluids, with safety checks.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year in the automotive industry or vocational training. A valid driver license is required; NSTC card preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in the automotive industry or vocational/technical school.
• Valid Driver License that meets insurance criteria.
• Commercial Driver’s license class B or better preferred with air brake endorsement.
• DOT/medical card required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Pre-hire drug test, breath alcohol test, occupational fitness test, background check and computer-based testing required.
• Motor vehicle report with acceptable safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Service a fleet of light trucks and equipment, performing preventative maintenance and safety checks.
• Possess organizational, housekeeping, and computer skills to maintain records and keep work areas in order.

Skills

Basic mechanical understanding

Reading/manipulating manuals

Communication skills

Safety ethics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

General Information

Job Title: Light Duty Mechanic-North Slope Alaska

Date Posted: 10/01/2026

Location: North Slope-Utility

Compensation and Hours

Minimum Salary: DOE

Maximum Salary: DOE

Type of Job: Full Time

Benefits: Health/Dental/Vision/401K

Anticipated Job Duration: Year Round

Job Description

Hours per day: 11.5 or as assigned

Rotation: 3x3 or as assigned

Reports to: VMS Supervisor/Operations Manager/Plant Supervisor

Purpose of Position:

Service a fleet of Light Trucks, and Equipment, performing preventative maintenance (lube oil/filter, check hoses, lights, fluids, tires, fluid changes).

Educational Requirements

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.

Experience and Background

• Minimum of 1 year experience in the automotive industry, vocational technical school.

Certificates, Licenses and Requirements

• Basic mechanical understanding of an automobile, truck and equipment.
• Team player with good customer service, communication skills and very safe work ethics.
• Must be able to read and interpret instructions & manuals.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively (oral and written), able to follow instructions and adhere to company policies & procedures.
• North Slope Training Cooperative (NSTC) Card preferred, not required.
• Valid Driver License that meets ICE Services insurance criteria.
• Ability to adhere to strict policy and procedures per company and OSHA requirements.
• Must pass a pre-hire drug test, breath alcohol test, occupational fitness test, criminal background check andcomputer-based testing.
• Pass a motor vehicle report and possess an acceptable safe driving record.
• Commercial Driver’s license class B or better required with air brake endorsement (preferred).
• DOT/medical card required.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Assist in other work areas/tasks as required.
• Rotational schedule of at least11.50 per day for aminimum of21 days consecutively as required.
• Ability to lift & carry 50 pounds on regular basis, routine walking, standing, bending. There is a lack of immediate access to critical medical services as well as urban community services.

Essential Functions

The following dutiesARE NOTintended 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. Incumbents(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional duties as assigned.

• Service a fleet of Light Trucks, and Equipment, performing preventative maintenance and safety checks.
• Possess organizational and housekeeping, and computer skills to maintain records and keep work areas in proper order.