Alaska Marine Lines, the leading marine transportation company providing barge service to and from Alaska and Hawaii. We offer a stable and set work schedule that gives you a life outside of work. Having not had a single layoff in 35+ years, we offer you job stability in a career that can take you to retirement. Competitive pay and great benefits with a solid company that cares about its employees makes AML the place for you.

Alaska Marine Lines is looking for a skilled Generator Mechanic to maintain and repair generator systems and marine power packs who has previous experience with 150kw – 300kw power generation repairing Caterpillar, Cummins/Onan, and/or John Deere.

Our team works on average 45 hours a week which earns you $64K - $84K!  How would you like to have medical, dental and vision insurance, 17 days paid time off a year + 8 paid holidays, 401K with employer match and more!

• Good AC and DC electrical aptitude and the ability to read and understand electrical schematics and diagrams


• Previous experience with rigging/blocking/lofting of equipment for the removal or installation of major components.


• Build and assemble machines or mechanical components according to requirements


• Inspect machines, engines, transmissions etc. and run diagnostic tests to discover functionality issues


• Travel to Alaska 1 to 2 times a year for 3 to 5 weeks


• Troubleshoot reported problems and resolve them in a timely manner


• Perform thorough maintenance on machinery, equipment and systems


• Clean and apply lubricants to machinery components


• Replenish fluids and components of engines and machinery


• Provide consultation on correct maintenance and preventative measures to machine or vehicle users


• Keep logs of work and report on issues

 Skills

• 2 year vocational/technical degree in Diesel Technology or related field & a minimum of 3 years’ experience with mechanical & electronic diesel engine service & repair in industrial and/or marine environments.


• Proven experience as Mechanic or Journey level Mechanic


• Excellent knowledge of machinery and hydraulic, electrical and other systems and their components


• Ability to follow established procedures and practices and read instruction, blueprints etc.


• A strong commitment to all health and safety guidelines


• Very good communication skills


• A problem-solving ability


• Very good physical strength and stamina

Alaska Marine Lines is a federal contractor so all employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

A post conditional offer of employment physical, drug test, background investigation and COVID-19 vaccination are required.

Random drug testing is required of all Alaska Marine Lines employees.

Alaska Marine Lines is an equal opportunity employer. 

AML does not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship or immigration status, age, national origin, the presence of any physical, mental, or sensory disability, gender identity, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, political ideology, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Veterans and Minorities are encouraged to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Priority referrals for protected veterans.

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  Paid Time off - 17 days paid time off a year (PTO) + 8 paid holidays +  extended leave paid time


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  Health - Complete benefit plan including medical, dental, vision and flexible spending accounts


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  Health for your family – we contribute towards medical, dental and vision for your spouse and dependents with low employee contributions


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  401(k) - we match of up to 50% of your first 6% contribution after 1 year of service


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  Additional retirement contribution – we add an annual contribution equal to 3% of your pay after 1 year of service


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  Tuition Reimbursement - Up to 50% of tuition and books with a maximum of $3,500 per fiscal year


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  Employee assistance program – free and confidential counseling and problem solving to deal with life


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  Life Insurance and AD&D – we provide at no cost to you


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  Long term disability – we provide at no cost to you

Salary: $35.00