Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Company Overview:

 

Work Where it Matters

 

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

 

At AFO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

 

For our shareholders, AFO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

 

For our government customers, AFO sustains mission readiness and ensures quality of life by maintaining high value assets and operations at peak performance and successfully manages these operations through accurately forecasting, managing, and aggressively controlling costs.

 

As an AFO employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

Description:

AFO is looking for a Mechanic who can diagnose and repair simple and complex issues on heavy equipment, light equipment, automotive equipment and small engine equipment, and perform routine maintenance tasks for our customer’s equipment.  The successful candidate will use necessary computer diagnostics equipment to assist in diagnosing and develop a cost-effective solution.  The ideal applicant will have exceptional knowledge in heavy equipment and diesel engines.  ASE Certifications are required.  To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Service, troubleshoot malfunctions and do repairs on a wide variety of equipment, ranging from bull dozers, buses, automotive, tactical army equipment to chainsaws and mowers.  
• Perform gas arc and tig welding procedures.  
• Diagnose using different types of computer diagnostic tools and software. 
• Follow recommendations from the technical manuals; follow checklist from the service manuals and record all corrective actions properly.
• Operate machinery safely.  
• Must maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Most work is done in the shop but must be capable of doing servicing/repairs on site in sometimes harsh weather conditions.  
• Must be able to work well with others.
• Must be able to read and understand technical manuals and document findings in a legible manner.
• Perform other task as required by Management. Reports to the Maintenance Manager.

Qualifications:

• 3 Years’ Experience in Heavy Equipment Operation and Mechanical Repairs.
• 3 Years Automotive Repair.
• 3 Years Diesel Engines Repair.
• 2 Years Small Engine Repairs.
• Must be able to stand, sit, bend, reach and walk for extended periods.
• Three ASE certifications names at managers discretion, must obtain within 3 months of hire.
• Section 609 Air Conditioning.
• Must be able to read and understand technical manuals and document findings in a legible manner.
• Must be a US Citizen.  
• Must receive a favorable background check and drug testing results.

Desired Qualifications: 

• Welding IAW American Welding Society (AWS) standards. 
• EVT Certified F-1- F-4 Level 2.
• Section 608 Air Conditioning Certifications.
• Experience in Military Operations & Procedures.
• Experience on Military Tactical Equipment.

Benefits Information: CBA - The benefits and leave offered will be as defined under the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. Pay Range: $42.60 Job ID: 2026-24811 Work Type: On-Site