Maintenance Specialist - Bldg/Facility/Const - Journey 2/Lead (PCN 112219) Salary $35.85 Hourly Location Kodiak, AK Job Type Full Time Job Number 54595 Department Fish & Game Division COF-R4 Kodiak Opening Date 07/22/2026 Closing Date 8/5/2026 5:00 PM Alaska Division Commercvial Fisheries Position Open To Alaska Residents Only Bargaining Unit Labor, Trades and Craft Range 51 Description Benefits Job Description Effective July 1, 2026 the wage for this position increased by 2.5%. The wage listed in this job posting reflects the increase. This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify. The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Commercial Fisheries is recruiting for a Maintenance Specialist, Bldg/Facility/Const, Journey 2/Lead located in Kodiak, Alaska!
What you will be doing:
The Department of Fish and Game, Division of Commercial Fisheries is seeking a Maintenance Specialist in Kodiak, Alaska. This position is the sole maintenance mechanic responsible for the maintenance, installation, and repair of facility systems and their components at the Westward Region Fish and Game Near Island facility. This position also assists with maintenance at other facilities in Kodiak and surrounding communities. Duties include a wide range, including but not limited to, making independent maintenance and repair decisions; installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing oil and gas fired boilers, mechanical systems such as ventilation systems, interior and exterior structural components, performing rough and finish carpentry and related construction, repairing or assisting with the installation of sanitary, storm, and domestic water lines, performing minor electrical repair and replacement. The position also interacts with local staff on maintenance needs and requests and performs or arranges the work necessary to correct or repair facility issues. Our mission, values, and culture: The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully. This position provides facility maintenance leadership in support of a team of biologists and managers working towards the conservation and management of complex and dynamic commercial fisheries and wildlife populations. We strive to create a supportive and collaborative 'team' work environment that promotes personal and professional growth. The benefits of joining our team: This position is an integral part of a large and diverse group of biologists and technical staff that collectively support high profile commercial fisheries. Some work includes maintenance of field facilities, allowing for opportunities to see remote parts of the state. Your creative troubleshooting and repair skills will be challenged as you work on our various facility systems. Advancement within the division is always encouraged and supported. The working environment you can expect: This position is an integral part of a large and diverse group of biologists and technical staff that collectively support high profile commercial fisheries. Some work includes maintenance of field facilities, allowing for opportunities to see remote parts of the state. Your creative troubleshooting and repair skills will be challenged as you work on our various facility systems. Advancement within the division is always encouraged and supported.
Who we are looking for:
We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:
Technical Problem Solving:
Troubleshoots, diagnoses, analyzes, and identifies system malfunctions to determine the source and cause of the problem Mechanical:
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, installation, uses, repair, and maintenance. Accountability:
Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions. Complies with established control systems and rules.
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Oral and Written Communication:
Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately
Special Note:
Valid Driver's License is required. Minimum Qualifications Vacancies in this job class are filled through Union referral, except for promotions, demotions, transfers, and emergency appointments. This job class is part of a series of competency-based class specifications created for career areas within the Labor, Trades, and Crafts Unit. The class specification identifies the levels of work and wage grades within the career area, the core and specific competencies of the career area, required work behaviors, certifications, and physical requirements. Maintenance-Specialist.pdf Additional Required Information
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
If selected, please provide the following at the time of the interview: Three (3) references, with current contact information (phone number and email address). Transcripts, if using education to meet minimum qualifications (unofficial copies are acceptable). A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
EDUCATION
To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competences, 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 used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts).
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 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.
WORK EXPERIENCE
If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer's name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant 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 your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY
This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants must meet Alaska Residency Requirements in order to be considered for employment at this time.
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.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aids 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. NOTICE 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 .
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. For applicant password assistance please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword Contact Information For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
Ben Daly, Westward Region Regional Supervisor Phone:
(907) 486-1801 ben.daly@alaska.gov Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work. For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits . (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.) Insurance Benefits Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the
State:
See https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.html for additional information. AVTEC Confidential Correctional Officers Marine Engineers Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers Supervisory Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining) The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information. General Government Labor, Trades and Crafts Public Safety Employees Association Masters, Mates & Pilots Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit) Optional Insurance Benefits Group-based insurance premiums for Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents) Long-term and short-term disability Accidental Death and Dismemberment Long-term care (self and eligible family members) Supplemental Survivor Benefits Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses Retirement Benefits Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS) Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees) Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees) Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security Option to enroll in the
Alaska Deferred Compensation Program Note:
The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options See https://drb.alaska.gov/retiree/ for additional information Paid Leave & Other Benefits Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served Twelve (12) paid holidays a year Employer State of Alaska Address PO Box 110201 Juneau, Alaska, 99811 Phone (800) 587-0430 (Statewide toll-free number) (907) 465-4095 (Juneau and out-of-state callers) Website http://workplace.alaska.gov/
