Description

Job Summary:

Performs general maintenance and repairs to a variety of heavy equipment utilizing departmental equipment as authorized. Individuals assigned to this classification will operate under the general direction of a Shop Lead and in accordance with established procedures and methods at the U.S. Coast Guard Base in Kodiak, Alaska.

Primary Duties:

• Performs work assignments on all types of heavy equipment
• Work is expected to be completed timely and efficiently in accordance with contractual timelines
• Write accurate and legible Service Reports, read, and comprehend blueprints, technical data, and service manuals
• Ensure accuracy of work orders by charging parts and labor to proper work order segments
• Operate construction machinery being repaired and test for performance
• Must be able to fully test all equipment after servicing and/or repairs
• Use diagnostic tools and computers to troubleshoot needed repairs
• Use the internet to research various manufacturers' electronic manuals, information, and communicate via email
• Project a positive company image with fellow employees, customers, and management
• Keep work area clean and orderly; follow all work safety rules and procedures.
• Comply with all Contamination Control procedures
• Accumulate contaminated dirt and filters in drums. Complete stock transfer and transport full drums by forklift to Hazardous Waste Storage area
• Work with hazardous waste and attend recurring Hazardous Waste Training
• Keep up to date with developments in tooling, technologies, and systems.
• Maintain any relevant trade certificates
• Willing to work overtime when needed
• Successful candidates will be required to own and maintain sufficient hand tools to perform the job as assigned
• Perform other relevant job duties as directed by management

Competencies:

• Dependability / Must be able to perform simple tasks independently after being given specific instructions
• Problem Solving / Great interpersonal skills
• Initiative / Ability to work unsupervised
• Planning & Organization / Prioritizes and plans work activities.
• Attendance & Punctuality / Excellent attendance record

Qualifications

Education, Experience, Skills:

• High school education or G.E.D equivalent preferred
• Must be able to communicate clearly (oral and written) in the English language
• Valid Alaska Driver’s License
• Five (5) years’ experience on diesel heavy equipment sufficient to provide competency in this skill area
• Valid CDL or ability to gain CDL within 6 months

Preferred

• Manufacturer accredited training (Caterpillar, Case, Pierce, John Deere, or other)
• Have their own tools
• Ability to operate equipment for snow removal evolution on an as needed
• ASE Certified and/or EVT certified.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential functions will require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time. Working requirements are a combination of maintenance shop activities which require lifting, handling, or moving up to 75 lbs.; making repairs; working in on top of or beneath vehicles or equipment on jacks/stands; and office settings for data entry and reporting. Proper wearing of Personal Protective Equipment and hearing protection are required.

Work Environment

Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The work described herein is primarily active, performed in a maintenance shop setting. Walking and climbing will be required at work sites. The work environment involves risks or discomforts that require specific safety precautions typical of such places as vehicle and maintenance shop environments.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Additional Qualifying Factors

As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results to obtain access to military base. Having reliable transportation to/from work is a necessity and must be used in order to obtain access to military installations.