Job Information

Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.

Example of Duties

Under supervision, the Equipment Serviceman is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of SWS Disposal fleet vehicles, heavy equipment, and support equipment through preventive maintenance, inspections, lubrication, servicing, and minor repairs. Duties include changing fluids and lubricating equipment, fueling vehicles, maintaining tires, cleaning equipment, assisting mechanics, preparing service records, and other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences

High school diploma, GED, or the equivalent and one (1) year experience servicing and performing minor repairs on various types of automotive, truck, transit bus, construction, and stationary equipment.

All applicants must possess and/or obtain:

• A valid State of Alaska Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with tanker and Hazmat endorsement, no airbrake or transmission restrictions, and satisfactory driving record at time of hire. Applicants with a restriction of "L-Vehicles Without Air Brake Systems Only" and “E-Automatic Transmission Vehicles Only” are not eligible.

• A satisfactory drug screening at time of hire.

• Satisfactory background check which includes criminal, education, and employment history at time of hire.
  Health and retirement benefits for eligible Operating Engineers, Local 302 members are provided by the Operating Engineers Trust. Please contact the administrative offices of the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 302 or visit www.engineerstrust.com.