Automotive Engineering Jobs in Alaska (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $24.27 - $25.90 Hourly
Location : Juneau
Job Type: Long-Term Temporary
Job Number: 202600883
Department: Engineering & Public Works
Division: Capital Transit
Opening Date: 04/21/2026
Position Number: 156012
Bargaining Unit: Marine Engineers Beneficial Association
Pay Range: 11
Hours Per Week: 40
Telework Availability: Not Available
Description
Engineering & Public Works is looking to fill a Long-Term Temporary Capital Transit Service Technician II position!
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are seeking candidates with a mechanical aptitude that enjoy hands-on work in an industrial environment and in the field operating, cleaning, and maintaining the various types of vehicles and equipment Capital Transit uses to provide exceptional and reliable service to the community. We are particularly interested in candidates that are interested in furthering their Alaska CDL endorsements and mechanical experience.
THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM
Working for Capital Transit Maintenance is both rewarding and challenging. Our employees are essential to the safe and reliable operation of Juneau's Transit System. We offer training and opportunities for employees to improve their knowledge and skills.
WORKING HOURS AND LOCATION
This position typically works 10-hour shifts, Wednesday - Saturday, 6:30am - 5:00pm at the Capital Transit Bus Barn Maintenance Facility in the Valley. The actual shift may vary.
Typical Responsibilities
This position will be primarily responsible for vehicle and facility maintenance and cleanliness, including bus stops and shelters. Duties will include washing, fueling, and performing pre-trip inspections on Capital Transit's buses and support vehicles, facility cleaning and trash removal. Specific assignments are given by the Transit Superintendent and work is checked for completeness and adherence to schedules. This position requires heavy lifting, and physical endurance. You will be frequently working outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
Minimum Qualifications
Licensure: The Service Technician II LTT position requires a valid State of Alaska Driver's License at time of application.
Or
A valid Class "A" or "B" Commercial Driver's License with airbrake and passenger from any U.S. state at time of application. The candidate must obtain a valid State of Alaska Class "A" or "B" Commercial Driver's License, including appropriate endorsements within 9 months of appointment for continued employment.
Desired: Experience as an automotive serviceman, mechanic or operator desired but not required.
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.
Supplemental Information
HIRING MANAGER CONTACT INFO
Hiring Manager: Matt Carpenter
Phone Number: 907 789-6901 x4235
Email: Matthew.Carpenter@juneau.gov
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
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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 (907) 586-5250 or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973, or correspond with the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at employment@juneau.gov or 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, AK 99801. The City and Borough of Juneau is an equal opportunity employer.
Careers with the City & Borough of Juneau offer Many Benefits
The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the City & Borough of Juneau. Actual benefits received may differ based on position type and will be prorated for other than full time work.
Incumbents of Part-time Limited, Eaglecrest Limited, Short-term Temporary, Emergency and Intern positions are not eligible for the benefits described below.
Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
  • No cost employee only plan available
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance--$10,000 for employee, spouse & dependents
  • Additional optional coverage available
  • Travel protection & financial services offered as part of the Life Insurance coverage
• Optional group-based insurance premiums for
  • Term life with Accidental Death and Dismemberment (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
  • Short-term Disability
  • Accident Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
  • Employees are eligible for an employer funded Dependent Care Account (DCA) up to $5000.00 following 1 year of actively working.

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program, depending on your date of hire
• Option to enroll in the City & Borough of Juneau's Deferred Compensation Program with MissionSquare
  • Employer match available for participating PERS Tier IV employees
• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan & Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

For more information on health, retirement and optional benefits for eligible employees visit:
Paid Leave and Holidays

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
  • 21 days of PL within first year of employment
  • Personal leave includes Sick leave
• Thirteen paid holidays a year
• Six weeks Paid Parental Leave (to eligible employees)

Employee Wellness Program
The Employee Wellness Program assists employees in making choices that support their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. The program provides:

• An opportunity to earn a health insurance premium discount of $1300 per year
• An Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Pass Discounts to local and CBJ recreation facilities
• Health related webinars
• Office Ergonomic Assessments

For more information on the Employee Wellness Program visit .
Additional Perks

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer
• Parking passes or bus passes provided for employees working in the downtown offices
• Free passes to Parks & Recreation field house, ice arena, and swimming pools

01
Do you have the interest and ability to obtain a valid Class "B" Alaska Commercial Driver's License valid for vehicles equipped with airbrakes within 9 months of the time of appointment?

• Yes
• No

02
Are you available to work a flexible schedule that may include weekends and holidays?

• Yes
• No

03
Can you pass a pre-employment drug test?

• yes
• no

Required Question