Entry Level Mechanic - Fairbanks at Crowley Personnel LLC in Fairbanks, Alaska

Job Description:

OUR PEOPLE: We deliver positive results and experiences for our partners by first empowering our people. Our industry experts are singularly skilled at what they do and equally adept at bringing their skills together to build solutions stronger than the sum of their parts. Our inclusion and employee-centric focus make for a workplace that provides valuable services and experiences.

THE CROWLEY WAY: Guided by our three values: integrity, sustainability and drive, we believe in and celebrate the power of collaboration between people with diverse backgrounds and experiences to achieve business and personal goals. We support the development of our people and are committed to growing together, inclusively.

SUMMARY: Under direction of the shop lead, responsible for inspecting and repairing vehicles, machinery and light trucks to ensure proper performance and safety.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Complete vehicle inspections and vehicle preventative maintenance service. Perform yard checks and equipment inspections. Complete forklift inspections and preventative maintenance. Perform parts inventory. Responsible for shop housekeeping activities including cleaning shop floors and the parts receiving room. Responsible for basic automotive care, including changing oil and rotating tires.

SIGN ON BONUS: New Mechanics will receive a sign-on bonus of $2,000 (two thousand dollars). This bonus will be paid in two installments: 50% at completion of 6 months of employment with the remaining 50% at completion of 12 months of employment. The Mechanic must be employed in good standing and not subject to disciplinary action or subject to a performance improvement plan initiative.

EDUCATION: H igh school diploma or GED required. Technical school is preferred.

EXPERIENCE: This is an Entry Level position. Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a shop or as a mechanic is preferred.

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY: Proficient in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel and Outlook.

COMPETENCIES : Good communication skills. The ability to listen to and follow directions. Excellent practical skills. Ability to solve problems. A willingness to work as part of a team.

OTHER: Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge. Completion of an apprenticeship is advantageous.

JOB SCOPE: Position impacts a single business unit/segment.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Works both inside an office environment and also outside in conditions of both high and low temperatures. May be exposed to odors, dust, dirt, mechanical hazards, high noise levels and potentially dangerous equipment. Must be able to crouch and stoop to get into areas with restricted headroom and be able to climb ladders. May require extended use of computer keyboard and viewing of computer monitor and ability to sit for long periods of time.