Maintenance Mechanic

Unalaska City School District; Ketchikan (AK); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to maintain school district boiler heating and plumbing systems and perform skilled manual work in a fast-paced environment.

The role involves operating and maintaining forklifts, vehicles and rolling stock, performing routine service tasks, and responding to emergencies with a focus on safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with two years apprenticeship training in a related area.
• Two years journeyman level experience in facilities maintenance or mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate forklifts, man lifts, tractors, lawn equipment and related machinery.
• Perform maintenance and replacement work on district vehicles and rolling stock, including snow plows and spreaders.
• Respond to emergency calls for building security, fire, vandalism, etc., as needed.
• Keep records of parts, labor, maintenance checks and inventory of consumables.

Skills

Forklift operation

Vehicle maintenance

Small engine knowledge

Emergency response

Reading and interpreting documents

Education

High School Diploma with apprenticeship training

Job description

KETCHIKAN GATEWAY BOROUGH SCHOOL DISTRICT

KETCHIKAN ALASKA
JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: MAINTENANCE MECHANIC
REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF MAINTENANCE
JOB PURPOSE: To effectively perform skilled manual work and to maintain school district boiler heating and plumbing systems in a condition of operating excellence.
Duties, Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
1. Assume responsibility for the maintenance and correct operation of the maintenance departments forklifts,
man lifts, tractor, lawn equipment, pressure washers, ect… for the KGB school district.
2. Perform all maintenance and replacement work on the maintenance departments vehicles and rolling stock
equipment, snow plows, plow bikes, spreaders, ect… as necessary.
3. Maintenance will include but not be limited to break jobs, oil changes, tire swaps and balancing, batteries and
electrical, fuel systems, transmissions, chassis, in relation to small engine and rolling stock equipment.
4. Is available for emergency calls for building security, fire, vandalism ect.. as necessary for the KGB school
district.
5. Operate light to moderately heavy vehicles and equipment.
6. Make estimates of material and repair parts requirements. Keep records of out time and material required to
complete assignments.
7. Establish logs and maintain records on maintenance checks and work completed.
8. Establish and maintain cooperative relations with those contacted in the course of work.
9. Compile, inventory, and list consumable materials to maintain rolling stock and small engine equipment with
a parts inventory.
10. Accompany contractors hired by the school district to assist in their duties to certify building systems such as
sprinklers, fire alarm, extinguishers, hoods, elevators, boilers ect…
11. Assist other school district Maintenance Technicians as directed by the Director of Maintenance or his
designee.
12. Perform or assist in interior and exterior building maintenance. The mechanic will be expected to act as
boilerman 2 and work closely with the Boilerman.
13. Work to include but not limited to the heating needs, plumbing, carpentry and electrical as and where
needed.
14. Is able to engage in all jobs as may be necessary.
15. Perform heavy manual labor for extended periods. If necessary, work under undesirable weather conditions.
16. Maintenance Mechanic duties include but are not limited to the above mentioned duties and other work will
be assigned as required.
Requirements:
1. High School Diploma with two years apprenticeship training in a job related area.
2. At least two years experience at a journeyman’s level in a Facilities maintenance or Mechanics related area.
3. Must possess a strong mechanical background with a thorough knowledge of vechile and small engine
equipment.
4. Must have the ability to follow oral and written directions, ask questions, elicit required information, and
comprehend written materials, policies, rules and instructions.
5. Demonstrated ability to think clearly and quickly in emergency and stressful situations.
6. State of Alaska driver’s license with no restrictions.
7. Must possess or be able to obtain a First Aid card.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance
instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak
effectively before parents, staff and students.

Mathematical Skill: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers,
common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar
graphs.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written,
oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Problem Solving: Can identify and resolves problems in a timely manner. Works well in group problem solving
situations. Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Interpersonal Skills: Focuses on solving conflict and not blaming. Maintains confidentiality. Listens to others
without interrupting. Keeps emotions under control and remains open to other ideas and tries new things.
Teamwork: Contributes to building a positive work environment.
Diversity: Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences and promotes a harassment-free environment.
Ethics: Treats people with respect, keeps commitments and inspires the trust of others. Works with integrity and
ethically.
Judgment: Exhibits sound and accurate judgment and includes appropriate people in decision-making process.
Planning/Organizing: Uses time efficiently.
Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful manner. Reacts well under pressure and treats others with
respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Accepts responsibility for own actions.
Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and looks for ways to improve and promote quality.
Safety and Security: Observes safety and security procedures. Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses
equipment and materials properly.
Attendance and punctuality: Is consistently at work and on time.
Dependability: Follows instructions, responds to management directions and takes responsibility for own actions.
Keeps commitments.
Other Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated ability to operate computers and related software. Ability to perform
duty with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk,
hear, walk and sit. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 80
lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material,
and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several
people and interact with the public and other staff. Requires outside duty and exposure to outside weather
conditions.
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this
job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be
considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned
including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise
to balance the workload.
Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District
Human Resources
333 Schoenbar Rd
Ketchikan, AK 99901

KETCHIKAN GATEWAY BOROUGH SCHOOL DISTICT
IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Revised 2026