Mechanic II

Mechanic II

Salary

$34.65 Hourly

Location

Juneau

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202600955

Department

Juneau International Airport

Division

Airfield Maintenance

Opening Date

07/15/2026

Closing Date

7/30/2026 4:30 PM Alaska

Position Number

112044

Bargaining Unit

Marine Engineers Beneficial Association

Pay Range

16

Hours Per Week

37.5

Telework Availability

Not Available

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Description

Juneau International Airport (JNU) is seeking a qualified person to hire as our Mechanic II.

Under general direction of the Superintendent, the incumbent services, repairs and performs routine and complex maintenance of automotive and heavy equipment. Collects and presents information needed to maintain JNU fleet. Maintains written records and logs on services, parts and repair costs. Consults and collaborates on maintenance and repair problems with other mechanics and airfield personnel.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The right fit for this position will have the following characteristics:

• Positive attitude and excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to work as a team, as well as independently
• Ability to multitask and possession of strong problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Possess a high standard of safety
• Self-starter and ability to stay motivated through task completion
• Ability to organize and prioritize assigned tasks
• Consistent, timely, and conscientious
• Can be available to work overtime during weather events
• Can be relied on to respond to unplanned requests to work during off hours during weather events

THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM

Juneau International Airport (JNU) is the primary transportation gateway to our region and is a dynamic and continually evolving environment that requires adaptability and offers a blend of rewarding and challenging experiences unique to airports.

As part of our team, you will diagnose, repair, and maintain a diverse range of specialized equipment and play a crucial role in maintaining JNU's light-duty, and heavy equipment fleet. JNU Airfield Division staff work collaboratively as a high-functioning team with the shared goal of ensuring the operational safety of the airport for the community and the flying public.

WORKING HOURS AND LOCATION

This position involves shift work that includes days, nights, weekends, holidays and being on-call. Additionally, this position requires recalls to the airport for emergencies and weather events. The office is located at the airfield maintenance facility.

Typical Responsibilities

The primary responsibility of this position is the servicing, repair, and maintenance of automotive and heavy equipment for the Juneau International Airport.

The successful applicant will:

• Remove, replace, clean and examine mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic parts, components and subassemblies.
• Perform diagnoses of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic failures, and determines cause of unusual noises.
• Perform preventative maintenance, including oil changes, fluid level checks, and lubrications according to manufacturer's or Airport's recommended schedule.
• Perform troubleshooting and diagnose variety of vehicles and equipment.
• Operate snow removal equipment and perform other duties as required.
• Additionally, incumbents will establish and maintain work progress, supply and time records, advise on the ordering of needed parts and supplies, and operate shop equipment in the manufacture and repair of needed parts.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience: Three (3) years of experience in automotive, construction/heavy equipment, truck, or transit bus repair and maintenance as appropriate to specific position.

Substitution: Post-secondary education or technical training in automotive work may be substituted for the required experience on the basis of 125 clock hours of instruction for one month of experience up to a maximum of twenty-four months.

Other: Airport Position will be provided their own set of hand tools.

A valid Class "A" Alaska Commercial Driver's License valid for vehicles equipped with air brakes and with a Tanker (N) endorsement at the time of appointment and for continued employment.

SPECIAL NOTE: *Initial appointment to all FMCSA positions requiring a CDL will be made conditionally pending;

(1) receipt of verified negative results of pre-employment testing for controlled substances and

(2) passing a 3-year drug & alcohol testing background check with previous DOT employers. Employees must register with the FMCSA Clearinghouse and provide CBJ with paper and electronic consent for a full query of the driver's Clearinghouse record. Employee will then be subject to the City and Borough's drug-testing program. https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/Register

Employment is contingent upon passing a TSA-required security check per 49 CFR 1542 and 1544.

This will require an FBI fingerprint and criminal history records assessment. Continued employment is contingent on ability to maintain a favorable record.

Supplemental Information

HIRING MANAGER CONTACT INFO

Hiring Manager: Rich Ross

Phone Number: (907-321-3803

Email: rich.ross@jnuairport.com

Please read the below information carefully to ensure your application submission meets all submittal requirements.

Education

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your education in your application, and you may be required to provide transcripts.

Work Experience

If you are using work experience to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your work experience in the application.

If your application does not support minimum qualifications, you may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

Application Assistance

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EEO Statement

The City & Borough of Juneau complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call (907) 586-5250 or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973, or correspond with the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at employment@juneau.gov or 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, AK 99801. The City and Borough of Juneau is an equal opportunity employer.

Careers with the City & Borough of Juneau offer Many Benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the City & Borough of Juneau. Actual benefits received may differ based on position type and will be prorated for other than full time work.

Incumbents of Part-time Limited, Eaglecrest Limited, Short-term Temporary, Emergency and Intern positions are not eligible for the benefits described below.

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental

• No cost employee only plan available

• Employer paid Basic Life insurance--$10,000 for employee, spouse & dependents

• Additional optional coverage available

• Travel protection & financial services offered as part of the Life Insurance coverage

• Optional group-based insurance premiums for

• Term life with Accidental Death and Dismemberment (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)

• Short-term Disability

• Accident Insurance

• Critical Illness Insurance

• Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• Pet Insurance

• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

• Employees are eligible for an employer funded Dependent Care Account (DCA) up to $5000.00 following 1 year of actively working.

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)

• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program, depending on your date of hire

• Option to enroll in the City & Borough of Juneau's Deferred Compensation Program with MissionSquare

• Employer match available for participating PERS Tier IV employees

• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan & Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

For more information on health, retirement and optional benefits for eligible employees visit: Benefits - City and Borough of Juneau

Paid Leave and Holidays

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served

• 21 days of PL within first year of employment

• Personal leave includes Sick leave

• Thirteen paid holidays a year

• Six weeks Paid Parental Leave (to eligible employees)

Employee Wellness Program

The Employee Wellness Program assists employees in making choices that support their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. The program provides:

• An opportunity to earn a health insurance premium discount of $1300 per year
• An Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Pass Discounts to local and CBJ recreation facilities
• Health related webinars
• Office Ergonomic Assessments

For more information on the Employee Wellness Program visit Wellness Program - City and Borough of Juneau.

Additional Perks

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer
• Parking passes or bus passes provided for employees working in the downtown offices
• Free passes to Parks & Recreation field house, ice arena, and swimming pools

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How many years of professional-level mechanic experience do you have?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• Between 1 and 2 years of experience
• Between 2 and 3 years of experience
• 3 or more years of experience

02

Are you available to work a flexible schedule that includes nights, weekends, holidays, varying shifts and/or respond to emergencies or weather events?

Required Question

Employer City & Borough of Juneau

Address 155 Heritage Way

Juneau, Alaska, 99801

Phone 907-586-5250

Website http://Juneau.gov