Maintenance Generalist, Journey

Transportation and Public Facilities; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) is seeking a Maintenance Generalist, Journey to support statewide facilities from our Fairbanks office. The role performs maintenance, repair, and preventative tasks to protect state building assets and ensure safety and comfort for occupants and the public.

The position requires the ability to perform field inspections, occasional travel, and the knowledge to work within state codes and statutes.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of machines and tools; safe and proper use.
• Analytical thinking and problem solving; logical, systematic approach.
• Attention to detail in performing work and safety.
• Ability to respond to emergencies following procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks to construct, troubleshoot, repair and maintain State facilities per statutes and codes.
• Protect building assets, improve longevity, and ensure safety and comfort for occupants and the public.
• Occasional field inspections and short-term travel as needed.

Skills

Mechanical

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Emergency response

Driver's license

Job description

Job Description

Classification Review Notice

This Position Description is currently being reviewed by the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations, Classification Section. Depending on the outcome of the allocation, this recruitment pool may or may not be utilized to fill this vacancy.

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY!

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Facilities Services is looking for a

Maintenance Generalist, Journey

to help us

Keep Alaska Moving!

What you will be doing:

This position performs tasks to construct, troubleshoot, repair and maintain State facilities within the guidelines of current State Statutes and codes in the most efficient and economical manner possible. Through maintenance and repair, protect the State's building assets, improve structure longevity and provide for safety and comfort of the building occupants and members of the public.

Our organization, mission, and culture:

The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities’ mission is to Keep Alaska Moving. We are working toward a modern, adaptable, flexible transportation system that will be resilient as we tackle our challenges. We believe collaboration, communication, and coordination increase our ability to succeed. Creating teams that are focused on results, working together, and leveraging resources across our department, with community and private sector partnerships, increases our ability to accomplish our mission and serve Alaskans.

Division of Facilities Services delivers, improves, and maintains safe and efficient facilities across Alaska. Alaska’s DFS strives to be the premier facilities service provider. Our team is inspired to provide the best possible service to our customers. We collaborate to share knowledge and move forward together. We leverage technology and industry best practices to optimize our facilities and make evidence-based decisions

The working environment you can expect:

This position is based out of an office in Fairbanks and will provide general maintenance support for DOT&PF buildings and facilities primarily in Fairbanks but throughout Northern Region.

Working at the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers a uniquely challenging and rewarding environment. With Alaska's diverse and expansive terrain, coupled with its extreme weather conditions, employees of the DOT&PF can work in various locations, including remote locations and urban centers, addressing a wide range of transportation needs. Their roles demand adaptability and resourcefulness as they maintain and improve roads, bridges, airports, ports, and public facilities in a state known for rugged terrain and extreme seasonal changes. This work not only presents professionals with a range of fascinating challenges but also allows them to contribute to developing and maintaining critical infrastructure against the backdrop of Alaska's breathtaking natural beauty, reflecting a strong commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.

This position requires occasional field inspections, as well as short-duration travel depending on the scope of the reason for travel

The benefits of joining our team:

Joining the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers an array of benefits, with career growth opportunities at the frontier. As an integral part of Alaska's infrastructure development and maintenance, DOT&PF provides employees with a dynamic and diverse work environment where they can continually enhance their skills and climb the career ladder. The department values professional development, offering training programs and mentorship opportunities to help individuals expand their expertise and advance in their chosen fields. With the vast and unique challenges of Alaska's geography and climate, employees can work on groundbreaking projects that contribute to the state's growth, making the DOT&PF an ideal choice for those seeking a fulfilling and evolving career in transportation and public facilities.

The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan. Please see here for more information:

https://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/benefits/.

The DOT&PF core values are integrity, excellence, and respect. We support an environment focused on teamwork and collaboration to achieve results. We succeed in achieving our transportation mission through building credibility with our customers, stakeholders, and the public.

Who we are looking for:

To be successful in this position, the selected applicant will possess the following core competencies:

Mechanical:

Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, installation, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving:

uses a logical, systematic, sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on one’s knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary.

Attention to Detail:

Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.

Special Note:

Valid Alaska Driver`s License

To view the general description and example of duties for positions please go to the following link:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and/or experience providing the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully and independently perform assignments that are typical of the occupational field.

Essential Core Competencies:

Knowledge of basic mathematics and the safe and proper use and care of tools common to equipment and building maintenance.?

• Ability to locate and use shop and manufacturer’s reference books and manuals;
• perform limited construction and maintenance repairs using appropriate tools;
• perform minor maintenance and repair on hand and power tools and equipment used in the work;
• perform physically demanding work;
• read and write; follow and apply written and oral directions and safety sheets;
• complete written reports, e.g., time sheets, incident reports, material requests;
• learn and safely handle construction, maintenance wastes and hazardous materials;
• and respond to emergency situations following established procedures.?

For full Minimum Qualifications please follow the Classifications link:

Class Specifications | Maintenance Generalist, Journey | Class Spec Details

Additional Required Information

NOTE: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY

ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY

Please be sure to check our

residency definition

to determine if you qualify.

EDUCATION

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibili