What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Support Engineer I position at Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC)?
The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium is a non-profit Tribal health organization designed to meet the unique health needs of Alaska Native and American Indian people living in Alaska. In partnership with the more than 171,000 Alaska Native and American Indian people that we serve and the Tribal health organizations of the Alaska Tribal Health System, ANTHC provides world-class health services, which include comprehensive medical services at the Alaska Native Medical Center, wellness programs, disease research and prevention, rural provider training and rural water and sanitation systems construction.
ANTHC is the largest, most comprehensive Tribal health organization in the United States, and Alaska’s second-largest health employer with more than 3,100 employees offering an array of health services to people around the nation’s largest state.
Our vision: Alaska Native people are the healthiest people in the world.
ANTHC offers a competitive and comprehensive Benefits Package for all Benefit Eligible Employees, which includes:
Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93-638 Indian Self Determination Act.
Summary
Under limited supervision, provides technical support to engineering support services to rural communities for the operations and maintenance of native community owned and operated sanitation facilities infrastructure.
Responsibilities
Assists with consulting services for engineering, repair, upgrade design and minor construction of community-owned water and wastewater facilities for the Division of Environmental Health & Engineering (DEHE). Assures proper operation and maintenance of constructed sanitation facilities. Assists with operator training, plan review, technical assistance and emergency response to the communities. Assesses and adjusts priorities and plans as needed to meet individual system operations requirements, operator training schedules, emergency response, and program objectives. Provides assistance with response to sanitation facilities emergencies as required.
R eviews and evaluates proposed and existing sanitation facilities to verify that proposed or existing infrastructure is the type of facility best suited for the community. Reviews engineering reports; provides operational cost and maintenance estimates for proposed and existing facilities. Assists with review of plans and specifications for sanitation facilities. Reviews, evaluates and recommends engineering methods for the design of drinking water, wastewater and solid waste facilities. Reviews designs, specifications and vendor proposals for conformance to operational and maintenance needs.
A ssists with training and instruction to water/wastewater plant operators on a wide variety of subjects in both classroom and field environments. Reviews changes in DEHE program services, technologies and policies; assists with development of training content to meet new objectives; updates training content and develops new training materials and instructional methods. Counsels students and provides special help as needed.
C oordinates technical support resources with DEHE, other departments, regional health organizations and the State of Alaska.
P erforms other duties as assigned.
Other Information
KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS
Knowledge of principles of environmental engineering and construction, including design of health and sanitation facilities in cold climates.
Knowledge of mechanical processes and chemical treatments for water and wastewater systems.
Skill in analyzing environmental health issues and preparing recommendations based on findings.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with co-workers and representatives from other local, state and federal agencies.
Skill in reading and evaluating technical drawings and schematics.
Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.
MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION
A Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field from an Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited university or college program, or the ability to obtain the degree within twelve (12) months of accepting the position.
mInimum Experience Qualification
Non-supervisory - Entry level, no experience is required.
MINIMUM CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION
N /A
PREFERRED EDUCATION QUALIFICATION
N /A
Preferred Experience Qualification
N /A
PREFERRED CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION
N /A
a Dditional Requirements
D epending on the needs of the organization, some incumbents in this job class may be required to obtain additional certifications or training in one or more specialty areas.
ANTHC is the largest, most comprehensive Tribal health organization in the United States, and Alaska’s second-largest health employer with more than 3,100 employees offering an array of health services to people around the nation’s largest state.
Our vision: Alaska Native people are the healthiest people in the world.
ANTHC offers a competitive and comprehensive Benefits Package for all Benefit Eligible Employees, which includes:
- Medical Insurance provided through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program as a Tribal Employee, with over 20 plans and tiers.
- Cost-Share Dental and Vision Insurances
- Discounted Pet Insurance
- Retirement Contributions with Pre-Tax or Roth options into a 403(b).
- Retirement Match and Discretionary. ANTHC matches up to 5%, with a 3% discretionary contribution after one year of employment into a 401(a).
- Paid Time Off starts immediately, earning up to 6 hours per pay period, with paid time off accruals increasing based on years of service.
- Twelve Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave or miscarriage/stillbirth eligibility after six months of employment
- Basic Short/Long Term Disability premiums, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance are covered 100% by ANTHC, with additional options for Short-Term Disability Buy-Up Coverage and Voluntary Life for yourself and your family members.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care.
- Ancillary Cash Benefits for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.
- On-Site Child Care Facility with expert-designed classrooms for early child development and preschool.
- Employee Assistance Program with support for grief, financial counseling, mental/emotional health, and discounted legal advice.
- Tuition Discounts for you and your eligible dependents at Alaska Pacific University.
- On-Site Training Courses and Professional Development Opportunities.
- License and certification reimbursements and occupational insurance for medical staff.
- Gym Access to Alaska Pacific University includes a salt water pool, rock climbing, workout gym, and steep discounts for outdoor equipment rentals.
- Emergency Travel Assistance
- Education Assistance or Education leave eligibility
- Discount program for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more.
Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93-638 Indian Self Determination Act.
Summary
Under limited supervision, provides technical support to engineering support services to rural communities for the operations and maintenance of native community owned and operated sanitation facilities infrastructure.
Responsibilities
Assists with consulting services for engineering, repair, upgrade design and minor construction of community-owned water and wastewater facilities for the Division of Environmental Health & Engineering (DEHE). Assures proper operation and maintenance of constructed sanitation facilities. Assists with operator training, plan review, technical assistance and emergency response to the communities. Assesses and adjusts priorities and plans as needed to meet individual system operations requirements, operator training schedules, emergency response, and program objectives. Provides assistance with response to sanitation facilities emergencies as required.
R eviews and evaluates proposed and existing sanitation facilities to verify that proposed or existing infrastructure is the type of facility best suited for the community. Reviews engineering reports; provides operational cost and maintenance estimates for proposed and existing facilities. Assists with review of plans and specifications for sanitation facilities. Reviews, evaluates and recommends engineering methods for the design of drinking water, wastewater and solid waste facilities. Reviews designs, specifications and vendor proposals for conformance to operational and maintenance needs.
A ssists with training and instruction to water/wastewater plant operators on a wide variety of subjects in both classroom and field environments. Reviews changes in DEHE program services, technologies and policies; assists with development of training content to meet new objectives; updates training content and develops new training materials and instructional methods. Counsels students and provides special help as needed.
C oordinates technical support resources with DEHE, other departments, regional health organizations and the State of Alaska.
P erforms other duties as assigned.
Other Information
KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS
Knowledge of principles of environmental engineering and construction, including design of health and sanitation facilities in cold climates.
Knowledge of mechanical processes and chemical treatments for water and wastewater systems.
Skill in analyzing environmental health issues and preparing recommendations based on findings.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with co-workers and representatives from other local, state and federal agencies.
Skill in reading and evaluating technical drawings and schematics.
Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.
MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION
A Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering field from an Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited university or college program, or the ability to obtain the degree within twelve (12) months of accepting the position.
mInimum Experience Qualification
Non-supervisory - Entry level, no experience is required.
MINIMUM CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION
N /A
PREFERRED EDUCATION QUALIFICATION
N /A
Preferred Experience Qualification
N /A
PREFERRED CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION
N /A
a Dditional Requirements
D epending on the needs of the organization, some incumbents in this job class may be required to obtain additional certifications or training in one or more specialty areas.
