Mechanic Apprentice

Lynden; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus program

Competitive wages + wage reviews

Cell allowance

Medical plans (family options)

Tuition Reimbursement program

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Job summary

Alaska Marine Trucking (AMT) is hiring for a Juneau-based Mechanic Apprentice in our Mechanic Apprentice Program. The program covers the cost of specific courses within the Diesel Power Technology program at the University of Alaska, while offering a flexible onsite schedule to support academic commitments.

Successful candidates will start as Mechanic Apprentice and can advance to Mechanic I after meeting duties.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• Willingness to travel for short periods and work in outside conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provide maintenance on heavy‑duty equipment (tractors, trailers, forklifts).
• Assist with major component swaps (hydraulic pumps, engines, transmissions).
• Must be able to apply for and hold a TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Card).
• Perform inspections in compliance with DOT and FMCSA regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Punctuality

Detail oriented

Job description

Alaska Marine Trucking (AMT) is hiring for a Juneau based Mechanic Apprentice in our Mechanic Apprentice Program. The program is designed to cover the cost of specific courses within the Diesel Power Technology program offered by the University of Alaska. This position offers a flexible schedule onsite that is supportive of the time needed to be successful with their academic commitment. Our Mechanic Apprentice Program is perfect for candidates who have very basic mechanic experience and are looking to get a jump start in their career with both education assistance and a competitive wage.

Successful candidates will be hired as Mechanic Apprentice with the opportunity to advance to Mechanic I when they meet the essential duties and responsibilities of that position. While working, the employee will learn our processes and procedures in our mechanic shops. During the training period, the successful candidates are expected to work through the process of completing specific courses outlined in AMT’s Mechanic Apprenticeship Program.

What You Will Be Doing

• Provide maintenance on heavy-duty equipment, ie: tractors, trailers, forklifts, etc.
• Assist with major component swaps like hydraulic pumps, engines and transmissions.
• Must be able to apply and be issued a TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Card).\
• Perform inspections in compliance with DOT and FMCSA regulations.

Benefits you can look forward to:

• Discretionary bonus program
• Competitive wages + annual wage reviews
• Cell Allowance: $10 per month
• Two medical plans starting as low as $0/month
• Medical, dental and vision for your family for $222/month (HDHP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Mental health programs (in-office and virtual)
• 17 days Paid Time Off a year + additional paid extended leave. PTO increases with tenure
• 8 paid holidays each year
• 401(k)with company match + additional contributions
• No-cost Employee assistance program, life insurance, long term disability and AD&D
• TuitionReimbursement program
• Work boot allowance

To succeed in this role, you will need these skills:

• Carry out all duties with a strong commitment to excellent customer service.
• Ability to show up to work on time and ready to work.
• Detail oriented, good communications and interpersonal skills and good organizational skills.

And these qualifications:

• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50-pound objects and is occasionally required to lift as much as 100-pound objects.
• Ability to travel for short periods of time and able to work in outside weather conditions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee works near moving mechanical parts. The employee is regularly exposed to fumes, airborne particles, vibration, toxic or caustic chemicals, wet, and/or humid conditions and occasionally works in high, precarious places.

All employment offers are contingent on a satisfactory background check and pre‑employment drug screen.

Alaska Marine Trucking is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on any protected status.