Facilities Services Light Duty Mechanic

Position Description

Facilities Services Light Duty Mechanic Are you an experienced mechanic who enjoys troubleshooting, solving problems, and keeping vehicles and heavy equipment running safely and reliably? Join our Facilities Services team and put your mechanical skills to work maintaining and repairing a diverse fleet of vehicles, construction equipment, and specialized machinery that helps keep university operations moving! In this hands-on role, you'll diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, brake, steering, suspension, and drivetrain systems; perform preventative maintenance and safety inspections; and troubleshoot everything from wiring and electronic engine controls to complex equipment malfunctions. You'll work with a variety of diagnostic tools, research and order repair parts, maintain accurate electronic maintenance records, and help ensure shop tools and equipment meet safety requirements. This is a great opportunity for someone who takes pride in figuring out what's wrong, fixing it right, and keeping equipment safe and ready for the job. If you have strong mechanical skills, enjoy variety in your work, and are looking for a position where no two days are exactly the same, we encourage you to apply! To thrive in this role, you should have hands-on experience with vehicle, equipment, or small engine repair and be comfortable safely using hand, air, and hydraulic tools. You'll need to be able to anticipate equipment needs, troubleshoot problems, and take appropriate action while working both independently with minimal supervision and cooperatively as part of a team. Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to follow written and oral instructions are also important for success. At least six months of experience in the vehicle, equipment, or small engine repair industry is required. Journeyman-level certification may be preferred or beneficial. You must have and maintain a current valid Alaska driver's license and provide basic tools appropriate for performing the work required.