Capital Transit Mechanic II
Salary
$32.66 - $34.87 Hourly
Location
Juneau
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
202500622
Department
Engineering & Public Works
Division
Capital Transit
Opening Date
05/13/2025
Closing Date
5/19/2025 4:30 PM Alaska
Position Number
152042
Bargaining Unit
Marine Engineers Beneficial Association
Pay Range
16
Hours Per Week
40
Telework Availability
Not Available
DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS
QUESTIONS
Description
Capital Transit is looking to fill a full time Mechanic II position!
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are seeking candidates with previous experience with diesel and internal combustion engine repair, ability to read electrical wiring diagrams, mechanical repair schematics and has the ability to work well independently and as part of a team to stay on task to meet constantly changing deadlines and priorities.
THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM
As a transit mechanic, you will be part of a team that provides safe transportation to the public. You will make independent decisions following established methods and procedures.
WORKING HOURS AND LOCATION
This position typically works 4 consecutive days, 10-hour shifts. The 4 consecutive days will be between Monday and Saturday, 6:30am - 5:00pm at the Capital Transit Bus Barn Maintenance Facility in the Valley and is on rotation for standby during Capital Transit operational hours. Actual shift may vary.
Typical Responsibilities
This is a journey-level mechanic position that independently performs both routine and complex maintenance and repairs. This position requires advanced technical knowledge and skills to perform corrective and preventative maintenance on all Capital Transit vehicles and equipment. Types of Transit equipment include diesel and electric buses, paratransit vans, service support vehicles, and snow removal equipment. Particular attention will be given to a systematic and timely approach to performing quality repairs and maintenance. The Mechanic will work closely with the Supervisor to assist in system analysis and policy implementation.
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: Must provide and maintain own set of hand tools (Exception: Airport Position will be provided their own set of hand tools).
Transit Mechanic II requires a valid Class B Alaska Commercial Driver's License with Passenger Endorsement and valid for vehicles equipped with air brakes at the time of appointment and for continued employment.
SPECIAL NOTE: The position is a safety-sensitive position and is subject to United States Department of Transportation (USDOT)- Federal Transit Administration (FTA) drug and alcohol testing. Additionally, applicants of safety-sensitive positions are required (even if ultimately not hired) to provide the City and Borough of Juneau with signed written releases requesting USDOT drug and alcohol records from all previous, USDOT-covered employers that the applicant has worked for within the last two years. Failure to do so will result in the employment offer being rescinded.
The City and Borough of Juneau is also required to ask all applicants (even if ultimately not hired) if they have tested positive or refused to test on pre-employment test for any USDOT covered employer within the last two years.
Appointments will be made conditionally pending successful completion of all portions of the selections process, a medical evaluation* and receipt of verified negative results of pre-employment testing for controlled substances. Employee will then be subject to random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol tests as mandated by the Federal Transit Administration and CBJ policy.
*Required for new hires only.
Supplemental Information
HIRING MANAGER CONTACT INFO
Hiring Manager: Rich Ross
Phone Number: ... x4235
Email: ...
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
For questions regarding application submission or system operation errors, please visit: www.governmentjobs.com/careers/juneau/helpandsupport/applicationguide. If your question is not answered in the FAQ, you may contact the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at ... or ....
For applicant password assistance, please visit:
/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword
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 ... or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or ..., or correspond with the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at ... or 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, AK 99801. The City and Borough of Juneau is an equal opportunity employer.
Employer
City & Borough of Juneau
Address
155 Heritage Way
Juneau, Alaska, 99801
Phone
...
Salary
$32.66 - $34.87 Hourly
Location
Juneau
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
202500622
Department
Engineering & Public Works
Division
Capital Transit
Opening Date
05/13/2025
Closing Date
5/19/2025 4:30 PM Alaska
Position Number
152042
Bargaining Unit
Marine Engineers Beneficial Association
Pay Range
16
Hours Per Week
40
Telework Availability
Not Available
DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS
QUESTIONS
Description
Capital Transit is looking to fill a full time Mechanic II position!
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are seeking candidates with previous experience with diesel and internal combustion engine repair, ability to read electrical wiring diagrams, mechanical repair schematics and has the ability to work well independently and as part of a team to stay on task to meet constantly changing deadlines and priorities.
THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM
As a transit mechanic, you will be part of a team that provides safe transportation to the public. You will make independent decisions following established methods and procedures.
WORKING HOURS AND LOCATION
This position typically works 4 consecutive days, 10-hour shifts. The 4 consecutive days will be between Monday and Saturday, 6:30am - 5:00pm at the Capital Transit Bus Barn Maintenance Facility in the Valley and is on rotation for standby during Capital Transit operational hours. Actual shift may vary.
Typical Responsibilities
This is a journey-level mechanic position that independently performs both routine and complex maintenance and repairs. This position requires advanced technical knowledge and skills to perform corrective and preventative maintenance on all Capital Transit vehicles and equipment. Types of Transit equipment include diesel and electric buses, paratransit vans, service support vehicles, and snow removal equipment. Particular attention will be given to a systematic and timely approach to performing quality repairs and maintenance. The Mechanic will work closely with the Supervisor to assist in system analysis and policy implementation.
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: Must provide and maintain own set of hand tools (Exception: Airport Position will be provided their own set of hand tools).
Transit Mechanic II requires a valid Class B Alaska Commercial Driver's License with Passenger Endorsement and valid for vehicles equipped with air brakes at the time of appointment and for continued employment.
SPECIAL NOTE: The position is a safety-sensitive position and is subject to United States Department of Transportation (USDOT)- Federal Transit Administration (FTA) drug and alcohol testing. Additionally, applicants of safety-sensitive positions are required (even if ultimately not hired) to provide the City and Borough of Juneau with signed written releases requesting USDOT drug and alcohol records from all previous, USDOT-covered employers that the applicant has worked for within the last two years. Failure to do so will result in the employment offer being rescinded.
The City and Borough of Juneau is also required to ask all applicants (even if ultimately not hired) if they have tested positive or refused to test on pre-employment test for any USDOT covered employer within the last two years.
Appointments will be made conditionally pending successful completion of all portions of the selections process, a medical evaluation* and receipt of verified negative results of pre-employment testing for controlled substances. Employee will then be subject to random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol tests as mandated by the Federal Transit Administration and CBJ policy.
*Required for new hires only.
Supplemental Information
HIRING MANAGER CONTACT INFO
Hiring Manager: Rich Ross
Phone Number: ... x4235
Email: ...
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
For questions regarding application submission or system operation errors, please visit: www.governmentjobs.com/careers/juneau/helpandsupport/applicationguide. If your question is not answered in the FAQ, you may contact the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at ... or ....
For applicant password assistance, please visit:
/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword
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 ... or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or ..., or correspond with the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at ... or 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, AK 99801. The City and Borough of Juneau is an equal opportunity employer.
Employer
City & Borough of Juneau
Address
155 Heritage Way
Juneau, Alaska, 99801
Phone
...
Job ID: 477679461
Originally Posted on: 5/19/2025
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