Building Maintenance Generalist Sub Journey 2 (090202)

This position is open to Alaska Residents only.

Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, Army Guard Facilities Maintenance Office, is recruiting for a Building Maintenance Generalist Sub Journey 2 position!

This position is in the LTC bargaining unit and paid at range 56.

What you will be doing:

Would you like to provide assistance to others by performing the more routine, nonspecialized and repetitive tasks that do not require the more specialized skills. Basic tasks are performed independently and those of progressive difficulty are performed under direct supervision until your proficiency is demonstrated.

This level will require the application and demonstration of the knowledge and skills related to the materials and techniques of building maintenance and component sub-systems, and routine and preventive maintenance of mechanical, electrical and related systems. Work may be concentrated on one-well developed area performed under less close supervision, or a range of semi-skilled duties in one or more skilled trades.

Our mission and culture:

Our mission: To provide, maintain, operate safe, secure, high quality facilities, training areas and ranges for the Alaska Army National Guard on a cost effective basis which meet or exceed unit mission requirements, environmental compliance standards and energy efficiencies.

Our culture: The person in this position is provided multiple opportunities to hone skills and build your knowledge and competencies in new areas.

The benefits of joining our team:

When you join the Facilities Maintenance Office team, you will work in our division which is comprised of eight divisions providing multiple opportunities for career development. You may be allowed a flexible alternate work week schedule, and training for career advancement and development.  Paid leave will also be available.

The working environment you can expect:

The Facilities Management Office is located on the edge of JBER where you can enjoy walking on a three-mile trail surrounded by a natural setting, yet close to Eagle River and the Tikahtnu shopping district. It is common to see moose, fox, lync and bear.

The knowledge, skills and abilities we are looking for:

Mechanical: Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, installation, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Clerical: Knowledge of filing, typing, entering data, maintaining records, and using and completing forms

Integrity/Honesty: Behaves in an honest, fair, and ethical manner.

Shows consistency in words and actions. Models high standards of ethics.

Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity.

• NOTE *     SPECIAL NOTICE - JBER (BASE) ACCESS

• NOTE*

The successful applicants must pass a federal background check to qualify for military base access, which is required with this position's work location on base. The background check will include fingerprinting. All job offers are conditional pending successful completion of the federal background check and issuance of a Defense Biometrics Identification System (DBIDS) card allowing base access.

Also, you must be able to maintain the clearance throughout your employment. Using a private vehicle will require a valid Alaska Driver's License, proof of vehicle insurance, and a valid State of Alaska vehicle registration.

State employees are guests on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson; clearance and access are not within the State's control.   Vacancies in this job class are filled through Union referral, except for promotions, demotions, transfers, and emergency appointments.At the time of interview, please include a list of 3 professional references including name and daytime phone number and a copy of your valid driver license.

EDUCATION:

If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed.

Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts must be attached at the time of application, submitted to the contact information below, or provided at the time of interview if you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications. If you cannot attach it to your application, email or fax it to the contact provided in the job posting. 

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education, you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS:

For your application to be considered complete and evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions. Be specific in your answers and tell us how you acquired the relevant experience.

Please use complete sentences and proof-read your submissions when answering the supplemental questions. Your responses will be considered a writing sample and will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process.

MULTIPLE VACANCIES:

This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.

NOTICE:

Questions regarding the application process can be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465- 4095. If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the 'govermentjobs.com' domains. For information on allowing emails from the 'governmentjobs.com' domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located 

at https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword

EEO STATEMENT:

The State of Alaska 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 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at:

P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE:

Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to:

recruitment.services@alaska.gov

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Kirk Kempema

Maintenance Foreman

kirk.kempema@alaska.gov