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Municipality of Anchorage MECHANICAL / CERTIFIED MECHANICAL CRAFTSMAN - Range 21 to 22 / PLU in Anchorage, Alaska
MECHANICAL / CERTIFIED MECHANICAL CRAFTSMAN - Range 21 to 22 / PLU
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MECHANICAL / CERTIFIED MECHANICAL CRAFTSMAN - Range 21 to 22 / PLU
Salary
$42.01 - $44.06 Hourly
Location
AK 99515-2111, AK
Job Type
Regular / Full Time
Job Number
2026-00268
Department
Anchorage Water & Wastewater Utility
Division
AWWU Support Maintenance 2
Opening Date
04/22/2026
Closing Date
5/3/2026 11:59 PM Alaska
Description
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Job Information
Open to the general public, Plumbers and Pipefitters (Local 367) members, and any current Municipal Employees.
This position is represented by the Plumbers & Steamfitters, Local 367, and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the Union.
DEPARTMENT: Anchorage Water & Wastewater Utility
HOURS OF WORK: 4/10s - Monday to Thursday / Thursday to Tuesday - 6:00 am to 4:30 pm
LOCATION: 325 E 94th Court
Employees who are hired or rehired to any position shall be placed at the entrance pay step, and advancement from the entrance step to the maximum step within a pay grade shall be by successive steps.
To be considered for employment, applicants must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances.
Applicants shall be referred and considered for this position in the order as follows per the Collective Bargaining Agreement:
Internal applicants currently working under the Plumbers & Steamfitters (Local 367) Collective Bargaining Agreement
Local union dispatched applicants
External applicants and other current Municipal employees not covered under this agreement
Example of Duties
Under general supervision performs skilled level duties in the maintenance and repair in the Utility's water and wastewater treatment, distribution and collection systems. The equipment in these systems includes pumps, meters, valves, gates, conveyors, compressors, generators, hydraulic systems, piping, plumbing, and other mechanical equipment primarily identified as stationary industrial machinery. Some of this machinery and equipment stores, handles, or conveys extremely hazardous chemicals such as; caustics, acids, high strength liquid chlorine and hydrogen gas. The work of this classification is characterized by the requirement to perform fabrication, maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, construction, and operational tasks of substantial variety and complexity without close technical supervision on all systems and equipment. Review and comment on construction or rehabilitation engineered drawings. Troubleshoot and investigate to solve many mechanical and operational issues on a wide variety of equipment and processes. Use modern computer/communication technologies to document work and communicate with other Utility personnel. Adapt to changing technologies and business processes, in both technical and administrative functions. Perform other duties as assigned.
Participate in major emergencies or disasters as outlined in AWWU’s disaster plan matrix, which defines each employee’s potential duties and responsibilities. This may include 12-hour work shifts, which may continue for 72 hours or more, starting at any time an event might occur, 7 days a week, 24 hours per day.
Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences
LEVEL 1 - MECHANICAL CRAFTSMAN
Range 21 - starting at $42.01 per hour
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent, and four (4) years journeyman maintenance experience in mechanical equipment maintenance, electrical and/or plumbing.
OR
High school diploma, GED or equivalent, and completion of a two (2) year certified apprenticeship or training program in mechanical equipment maintenance, electrical or plumbing, and two (2) years of journeyman maintenance experience in mechanical maintenance, electrical, and/or plumbing.
Must possess and/or obtain:
Satisfactory background check which includes criminal, education, and employment history at time of hire.
A valid State of Alaska Class B Commercial Driver’s License at time of hire.
If you do not have a valid CDL, you must possess:
A Valid Driver’s License at time of application.
A Valid State of Alaska Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) at time of hire.
Must obtain the required CDL and required endorsements along with any restrictions within 120 days of hire.
Satisfactory drug screening at time of hire.
LEVEL 2 - CERTIFIED MECHANICAL CRATSMSN
Range 22 - starting at $44.06 per hour
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent, and four (4) years of journeyman maintenance experience in mechanical equipment maintenance, electrical and/or plumbing.
OR
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent, and completion of a two (2) year certified apprenticeship or training program in mechanical equipment maintenance, electrical or plumbing and two (2) years of journeyman maintenance experience in mechanical equipment maintenance, electrical or plumbing.
Must possess and/or obtain:
Satisfactory background check which includes criminal, education, and employment history at time of hire.
A valid State of Alaska Class B Commercial Driver’s License at time of hire.
If you do not have a valid CDL, you must possess:
A Valid Driver’s License at time of application.
A Valid State of Alaska Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) at time of hire.
Must obtain the required CDL and required endorsements along with any restrictions within 120 days of hire.
Satisfactory drug screening at time of hire.
Municipality of Anchorage certification in Back-flow prevention device inspection, testing, maintenance and repair.
American Welding Society (AWS) Certification in welding.
Preference:
- State of Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation Water Treatment & Distribution and Wastewater Treatment and Collection licenses.
Additional Important Information
The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go to http://www.uscis.gov/E-verify . E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted Background Check. A Background Check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.
If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicant's Alaska Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or higher, and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states, if the Alaska Driver's License was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the MOA Driving Conviction Guidelines. (http://www.muni.org/Departments/employee_relations/Documents/DrivingConvictionsGuidelines.pdf)
If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory drug screen prior to beginning work and will be subject to future periodic drug and alcohol tests on a random basis without advance notice.
If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the satisfactory review and completion of the Previous Employer Alcohol & Drug Test Information Forms. Names, addresses, and phone numbers for positions that required Department of Transportation testing for the last two years will be required in compliance with § 40.25 and § 382.405 (f) and (h).
All required certifications and/or licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.
As a condition of employment, the applicant selected must provide their Union Dispatch Referral Form by the time of hire.
Military Service Interview Preference
Veterans who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs, recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows the full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual’s command organization, and shows the name, signature, title, and contact information of the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
The Municipality of Anchorage is an Employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.
Application Process
Once an applicant clicks on the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the www.GovernmentJobs.com website to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account.
NOTE: The GovernmentJobs website and applicant's profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627.
For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Human Resources Department at 907-343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Alaska Standard Time.
The MOA is an EO and AA Employer and complies with Title I of the ADA.
For information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at 907-343-4571.
Health and Welfare benefits are supplied through the Union Health Benefit plan.
The Municipality of Anchorage offers a benefit package that includes employer paid Life Insurance, optional Supplemental and Dependent Life Insurance; employer paid Long Term Disability insurance, optional Supplemental Disability Insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program.
For an overview of our medical benefit package go to http://www.muni.org/Departments/employee_relations/Pages/BenefitsSummaries.aspx
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In order to be considered, applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information in its entirety. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicant's qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position (e.g., if you list that you have 6 years of experience in a certain field, that experience must be easily identifiable on the 'Work Experience' section of your application).
Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume" or any similar comment on any portion of your application may lead to you being disqualified for the position.
If the experience you reference in the below questions is not clearly included and described in your Work History section, your application will be considered not qualified for this position and you may be removed from consideration.
Do you understand, in order to be considered for this position, accurate and complete education and work history information must be provided?
Yes
No
02
Are you a current Municipal employee?
Yes
No
03
Are you a member of the United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry, Local 367?
Yes
No
04
Do you have at least a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent education?
Yes
No
05
Which of the following State of Alaska Driver's Licenses do you have at time of application?
Class B CDL / Class A CDL
Class D Regular / Other
None of the above
06
At time of application, if you do not have a valid State of Alaska Class B CDL, you must :
Have valid State of Alaska Driver’s License at time of application.
Have a valid State of Alaska Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) at time of hire.
Obtain the required CDL and required endorsements along with any restrictions within 120 days of hire.
Do you understand and agree to these requirements?
Yes
No
N/A - I have a Class B CDL
07
Which of the following certifications do you have?
Municipality of Anchorage certification in Back-flow prevention device inspection, testing, maintenance and repair
American Welding Society (AWS) Certification in welding
None of the above
08
Which of the following State of Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation Water Treatment & Distribution and Wastewater Treatment and Collection licenses do you have?
Water Treatment (Provisional, 1, 2, 3, or 4)
Water Distribution (Provisional, 1, 2, 3, or 4)
Wastewater Treatment (Provisional, 1, 2, 3, or 4)
Wastewater Collection (Provisional, 1, 2, 3, or 4)
None of the above
Required Question
Employer
Municipality of Anchorage
Address
632 W 6th Avenue, Suite 605 Anchorage, Alaska, 99501
Phone
(907) 343-4442
Website
http://www.muni.org/jol
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