Maintenance Mechanic (Roads and Grounds)

Maintenance Mechanic (Roads and Grounds)

Department: Department of the Air Force

Location(s): Elmendorf AFB, Alaska

Salary Range: $24.3 - $28.34 Per Hour

Job Summary: About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Outdoor Recreation Center on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson.

Major Duties:

• Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of equipment to make sure they are in good mechanical and safe operating condition. Performs routine inspection and minor maintenance on all vehicles assigned to Outdoor Recreation. Uses and maintains tools and equipment. Utilizes hand and power tools such as but not limited to: drills, power saws, routers, standard hand tolls, straight edge, chalk line, tapes, rules, caulking items, pipe wrenches, rollers, putty knife, etc. Must maintain all current certification required to complete all assigned tasks (ie HAZMAT, Safety, Motor Vehicle Operating, etc). Drives/operates vehicles/equipment weighing up and over 10,000 pounds at various locations both on and off base. Operates field-type tractors with attachments to maintain the grasses and brush in all areas. Operates Snow Removal and Grooming Equipment to include Snow Maker. Snow Operations: Operates specialized snowmaking equipment (air, water, fan) to produce quality manufactured snow. Places, adjusts, and moves snow guns and hoses to maintain efficiency. Operates vehicles such as snow cats, trucks with snowplows, and snowmobiles. Lift Operations: Operates and repairs facility lifts (e.g., chairlift, rope tow) for extended periods, ensuring safe and continuous operation. System Maintenance: Conducts regular maintenance on all winter equipment. Operates high-voltage equipment and high-pressure air/water systems using appropriate safety precautions. Inspects trails, snowmaking equipment, and pipes regularly. Area Maintenance: Maintains load and unload ramps around lift stations. Performs snow removal and raking as needed around equipment and other resort areas to ensure operational goals are met. Performs other related duties. Receives training which includes standard of ethical conduct training, fire, safety, security, customer services, resource protection, and any other training deemed necessary by the supervisor. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12899884

Qualifications: Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 03/05/2026 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: May have knowledge and experience in plumbing, carpentry, and painting trades/occupations. May have demonstrated the ability to troubleshoot and determine the need for repair and servicing of facilities, utilities, and equipment. May have experience which demonstrates the ability to manipulate both tractor and equipment controls at the same time; knowledge of equipment to make connection on mechanical drive shafts and hydraulic lines; and skill to manipulate equipment over different types of terrain. May have experience in operating and performing maintenance on field-type tractors and associated equipment. Must be able to lift, bend, and work in awkward positions both indoors and outdoors. Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds and heavier with assistance.

How to Apply: To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 03/05/2026 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJobs account to apply. If you do not have a USAJobs account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJobs account and designate the document type when submitting your application. Failure to complete this portion will result in an incomplete application package and you will not be further considered for this vacancy. It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJobs account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status

Application Deadline: 2026-03-05