Equipment Operator Journey 1/2 FLEX (PCN 252012)

RECRUITMENT EXTENSION NOTICE

The recruitment period for this vacancy has been extended to allow for a larger applicant pool. If you have already applied there is no need to reapply

ATTENTION ALL ALASKA RESIDENTS!

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Northern Region Maintenance & Operations – Tok District is looking for an Equipment Operator Journey 1 / 2 to help us 

Keep Alaska Moving!

SALARY INFORMATION

Base salary for: 

Equipment Operator Journey 1 ….. $ 29.86/Hour 

Equipment Operator Journey 2 .…. $ 31.65/Hour

What you will be doing: Equipment Operator Journey 1/2:

• Operate Equipment: Set up and operate various heavy equipment for maintenance tasks, including snow removal, hauling, drainage, and infrastructure repairs.

• Equipment Inspections & Maintenance: Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, operator maintenance (fluid checks, cleaning, blade changes), and assist with shop upkeep.

• Infrastructure & Bridge Maintenance: Maintain roads, bridges, drainage structures, signage, guardrails, and landscaping. Perform bridge repairs, including painting, sandblasting, and concrete work, with potential for summer travel.

• Snow & Ice Removal: Operate plows, sanders, graders, and other equipment for snow removal, applying abrasives, and handling snow haul operations.

• Emergency Response & Winter Safety: Respond to road hazards, flooding, debris removal, and other emergencies. Mark and clear obstructions and ensure safe winter working conditions.

• Traffic Control: Set up traffic control for work zones using devices like arrow boards, flagging, and other methods for both winter and summer maintenance activities.

• Material Spill Response: Address material spills, typically caused by equipment leaks or accidents.

• Training & Specialized Equipment: Attend required training (e.g., Traffic Control, First Aid/CPR, OSHA) and train on heavy-duty equipment for snow and ice control, including preparation for the WG 53 test.

Our organization, mission, and culture:

Our mission is to maintain safe, reliable infrastructure while prioritizing the well-being of our community and team. We are dedicated to efficient road maintenance and emergency services, with a focus on collaboration, safety, and ongoing development. The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities shares this commitment, working toward a modern, resilient transportation system. We believe that teamwork, communication, and coordination with community and private sector partners are key to successfully meeting our challenges and serving Alaskans. Through continuous growth and collaboration, we strive to keep Alaska moving forward.

The benefits of joining our team:

At the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF), we are committed to supporting your well-being and fostering a healthy work-life balance while offering exciting and meaningful career opportunities. 

Join our team, and discover the many ways we invest in you:

Work-Life Balance & Flexibility:

•Generous Paid Leave: Take time for yourself, whether it's for vacation, personal matters, or when you're feeling under the weather.

•12 Paid Holidays: Recharge and celebrate the seasons with 12 paid holidays throughout the year.

•Flexible Scheduling: Enjoy work-life harmony with scheduling options tailored to your needs, making it easier to balance career and personal life.

A Rewarding Career Experience:

•Dynamic Work Environment: Dive into diverse, impactful projects that tackle Alaska's unique geographic and climate challenges.

•Meaningful Impact: Play a key role in shaping Alaska’s future by building and maintaining the infrastructure that connects and supports communities across the state.

•Career Growth: Unlock your potential with continuous learning opportunities, mentorship, and clear pathways for professional advancement.

•Job Stability: Experience peace of mind with job security and a supportive, team-oriented work culture that values your contributions.

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

•Health Coverage: Access top-tier health plans that meet the needs of you and your family.

•Retirement Plans: Build a secure future with our excellent state retirement options.

•Annual Pay Increases: As a permanent employee, enjoy regular hourly wage increases for each year of service with DOT&PF.

Our Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, and Respect.

At DOT&PF, our core values are the foundation of everything we do. We believe in fostering an environment of teamwork, collaboration, and trust, where each employee is empowered to make a lasting impact. By joining our team, you’ll play a pivotal role in serving Alaska’s communities and ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.

The working environment you can expect:

This seasonal position is based in Eagle, Alaska, a remote community along the Yukon River known for its rich history, particularly during the Klondike Gold Rush. Surrounded by scenic wilderness, Eagle offers excellent opportunities for outdoor activities like fishing and hiking. The town is a peaceful, close-knit community with strong Native Alaskan ties and a deep connection to local culture. The Tok District, often called the "Gateway to the Interior," lies along the Alaska Highway, making it a key access point for travelers. This region is sparsely populated, with a focus on resource industries and tourism. Expect a dynamic, fast-paced environment with varied responsibilities and conditions. You’ll work independently and as part of a team, often in challenging weather or terrain. Shift work and emergency responses are part of the role, and safety is a priority. Our supportive team and ongoing training ensure you have the tools to succeed in any situation. 

Who we are looking for: 

We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:

• Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for own actions and decisions. Complies with established control systems and rules.
• Conscientiousness: Displays a high level of effort and commitment towards performing work; demonstrates responsible behavior.
• Flexibility: Is open to change and new information; rapidly adapts to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles.
• Self-Management: Sets well-defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.
• Teamwork: Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals.  
  
  To view the general description and example of duties for the position please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs

Vacancies in this job class are filled through Union referral, except for promotions, demotions, transfers, and emergency appointments.

This job class is part of a series of competency-based class specifications created for career areas within the Labor, Trades, and Crafts Unit. The class specification identifies the levels of work and wage grades within the career area, the core and specific competencies of the career area, required work behaviors, certifications, and physical requirements. The competency specification for this job class is available at: http://doa.alaska.gov/dop/fileadmin/Classification/pdf/LTC_Specs/EQUIPMENTOPERATOR.pdf

**NOTE: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY**

At time of interview, applicants are requested to provide:

ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY

This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants must meet Alaska Residency Requirements to be considered for employment at this time. 

FLEXIBLY STAFFED 

This position is flexibly staffed. This vacancy may be filled at either the Equipment Operator 1 or 2 level, depending on the applicant's training and/or experience. The full range of salaries is listed above. Starting salary will be determined by the level the position is hired at. If filled at Level 1, promotion to the Level 2 will occur upon successful completion of the probationary period and required training, as well as the applicant meeting the minimum qualifications of the higher job class.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS 

This recruitment utilizes a supplemental questionnaire as part of the application process. The answers will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process. 

COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE REQUIRED 

This position requires the incumbent to possess a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) per federal regulations (49 CFR 383), to register with the federal CDL Drug & Alcohol Testing Clearinghouse prior to performing safety-sensitive duties, and to provide consent to the Employer to review driver information in accordance with 49 CFR 382. 

Equipment Operator Journey 1

A Class A Alaska Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required for this position. A conditional hire approval can be given to applicants that do not yet possess a Class A CDL. This means that the proposed appointee must successfully obtain a Class A CDL within 120 days of hire and sign an agreement to this effect as a condition of employment.

Equipment Operator Journey 2

A Class A Alaska Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with N-Tanker endorsement, is required at time of hire.  A conditional hire approval can only be given for endorsements. This means that the proposed appointee must successfully obtain N-Tanker and Hazmat endorsements within 90 days of hire and sign an agreement to this effect as a condition of employment. 

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION & PUBLIC FACILITIES DRUG AND ALCOHOL POLICY

Selected candidates must comply with the DOT&PF Drug and Alcohol Policy and procedures and CANNOT start work in a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) position until Management Services or designee has received confirmation of the proposed appointee passing the required Pre-Employment drug test. According to federal regulations, all violations and refusals will be maintained with the Federal CDL Drug & Alcohol Testing Clearinghouse database.

EDUCATION

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

WORK EXPERIENCE 

If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer’s name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported, and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

For specific information about this position, please contact the hiring manager at the following: 

Name: Sam Jennings, Maintenance and Operations Superintendent for Tok District 

Phone: 907-883-5129 

Email: sam.jennings@alaska.gov 

Salary : $30 - $32