Job Information

Open to the general public and any current Municipality of Anchorage employee.

This position is represented by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers- Local 1547 (Technicians) and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers- Local 1547 (Technicians).
 

DEPARTMENT: Solid Waste Services
HOURS OF WORK: Monday through Friday; TBD
LOCATION: 1208 E. 56th Avenue

Example of Duties

Under general supervision, performs journeyman level duties in the maintenance and repair of gas and/or diesel engines and other refuse industry related equipment; light-duty automotive, heavy duty refuse truck, and other mechanical equipment. Work assignments arise from oral and written requests, inspections and scheduled maintenance. Must possess considerable knowledge regarding methods, materials, tools, vehicle systems, operating principles, and metal fabrication required to effectively resolve equipment and vehicle repairs. Occasional shift adjustments may be necessary based on work conditions.  Perform other related duties as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and completion of an approved journeyman mechanic apprenticeship program and four (4) years of automotive, construction equipment, transit bus, and truck maintenance and repair experience.

OR

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and five (5) years of automotive, construction equipment, transit bus, and truck maintenance and repair experience.

Must possess the following:

• At time of hire - Valid State of Alaska Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

 OR

• At time of application - Valid driver's license - Note: Current valid driver's license MUST be attached to the application in order to be considered.
• At time of hire - Valid State of Alaska driver's license AND State of Alaska Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP)
• Within 120 days – must obtain a valid State of Alaska Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Preferences:
Prefer applicant with Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid training.

Additional Important Information

The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go to http://www.uscis.gov/E-verify. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted background check. A background check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicant's State of Alaska Commercial driver's license (CDL), Class B (or greater), and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states if the Alaska driver's license was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant.

For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the MOA Driving Conviction Guidelines. (Download PDF reader)

As a condition of employment, the person selected will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment physical medical examination and drug screening prior to beginning work and will be subject to future periodic drug and alcohol tests on a random basis without advance notice.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the satisfactory review and completion of the Previous Employer Alcohol & Drug Test Information Forms. Names, addresses, and phone numbers for positions that required Department of Transportation testing for the last two years will be required in compliance with § 40.25 and § 382.405(f) and (h).
 
All required certifications and licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.
 

Military Service Interview Preference:
Veterans or who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
 
Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach proof of current service to the application.  Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment.  The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual’s command organization and show the name, signature, title and contact information for the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

The Municipality of Anchorage is an employer of National Service.  Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.

Application Process:
Once applicants click on the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the www.GovernmentJobs.com website to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile.  Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account.  NOTE: The GovernmentJobs website and applicant's profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage.  For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627.
 
For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Human Resources Department at (907) 343-4447 during regular business hours of Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Alaska Time.
 

The MOA is an EO and AA employer and complies with Title I of the ADA.

For information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at (907) 343-4571

Agency

Municipality of Anchorage

Address

632 W 6th Avenue, Suite 605

Anchorage, Alaska, 99501

Phone

(907) 343-4442

Website

http://www.muni.org/jol