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Are you ready to be a vital part of electrifying Alaskas future? At Alaska Village Electric Cooperative, were on a mission to light up the Last Frontier. Were in search of a Maintenance Technician II who is ready to embark on a remarkable journey and is dependable, knowledgeable, self-motivated, resourceful and likes to travel.Alaska Village Electric Cooperative (AVEC) stands as a unique electric generation and distribution cooperative, serving 59 communities across Alaska. Our operation spans 46 small, isolated grids relying on a mix of diesel, wind, and solar generation to power 11,513 meters and maintain 515 miles of distribution line.As a Maintenance Technician II at AVEC youll play a pivotal role in the member-driven service we provide. The work of a Maintenance Technician involves organizing, directing, and performing construction tasks necessary to supply electrical energy to these remote villages via diesel generation and distribution systems. Each day will present new challenges and opportunities, allowing you to engage in diverse tasks such as major overhauls, repairs, preventive maintenance, and improvising temporary replacements. While traveling to our different communities, Maintenance Technicians instruct Power Plant Operators in equipment use, safe practices, and maintenance during field operations. As part of the traveling field staff, you are the ones that our Members see so there is much value to maintaining good relations with the member-owners and village councils and building their understanding and confidence in AVECs value, mission and goals.The Maintenance Technician II position will travel approximately 80% of the year. While traveling with AVEC, you will get to enjoy world class fishing and hunting during the hours that you arent working and will get to see parts of Alaska that most Alaskans dont even get to see.QualificationsTechnical proficiency in construction, electrical systems, and maintenance.Experience in diesel generation systems or similar technical fields.Ability to adapt to changing tasks and environments in remote locations.Self-motivation and a responsible work ethic for field operations.BenefitsAutonomy in field operationsOpportunities to travel to unique and remote Alaskan communitiesPay starts at $35.71 and is dependent upon experienceMedical and RX (2 plans available), dental and vision insuranceHealth Savings Account or Flexible Spending AccountBasic life, AD&D, and spouse life insurance paid for by AVEC - Supplemental life offered at cost to employee401K with employer matchDefined benefit plan (Employer paid pension)Leave starting at 21 days per year8 paid Holidays, 2 Floating Holidays, and 1 Birthday HolidayShort term and long term disability paid by employerAVEC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can shine as brightly as the Northern Lights.J-18808-Ljbffr