Equipment Operator

Why choose us?

As a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice, we're part of a family of 20+ companies tackling tough construction, environmental, and technical challenges. Working at a Calista Brice company means joining a team where cultural values and practical innovation come together to create meaningful impact. You'll experience the stability of a large organization while enjoying the tight-knit community and entrepreneurial spirit of a smaller company, with opportunities to grow your career across our diverse family of businesses.

Temporary

Pay Range: $50 - $65 per hour

As a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice, we're part of a family of 20+ companies tackling tough construction, environmental, and technical challenges. Working at a Calista Brice company means joining a team where cultural values and practical innovation come together to create meaningful impact. You'll experience the stability of a large organization while enjoying the tight-knit community and entrepreneurial spirit of a smaller company, with opportunities to grow your career across our diverse family of businesses.

Calista Brice is owned by Calista Corporation, an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) established under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971. ANCs were created to support economic development and self-determination for Alaska's Indigenous peoples. Our work directly contributes to advancing the social, cultural, and economic welfare of over 35,000 Alaska Natives in the Calista Region.

STG Inc. excels at infrastructure development in environmentally and logistically complex locations. Our teams deliver specialized projects across Alaska, including wind energy installations, communication towers, and power systems for remote communities. All our work is guided by our mission to support the sustainable development of rural Alaska by delivering projects with the highest levels of professionalism, innovation, safety, and quality. We provide training and advancement paths that allow you to grow your career while delivering essential services to communities that need them most.

STG Inc. is a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice, a group of 20+ companies delivering construction, engineering, and environmental solutions across the United States.

As the Equipment Operator, you will work onsite on the Prince of Wales Island, AK and will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating a variety of heavy construction equipment in support of civil construction projects throughout Alaska. Working as part of an integrated construction crew, this position performs equipment operation, preventative maintenance, site preparation, and general construction activities while helping ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project requirements.

The role requires sound judgment, adaptability, and the ability to work in rural locations and challenging Alaskan conditions while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and quality.

Please note that this position is reserved exclusively for local hires in Prince of Wales, AK, and housing accommodations will not be provided in this area.

• Operate heavy construction equipment and perform related construction work for extended hours in rural locations and adverse weather conditions to support project schedules and operational requirements.
• Demonstrate competency in reading grade stakes, basic plans, or work instructions related to equipment operation.
• Assist with site preparation activities, including grading, trenching, loading/unloading materials, and cleanup as required.
• Operate equipment in close proximity to personnel, utilities, structures, and active operations while maintaining situational awareness.
• Work collaboratively with multiple construction trades to support efficient and safe project execution.
• Follow direction from the Project Foreman and other senior personnel, while demonstrating initiative, accountability, and consistent productivity on the jobsite.
• Safely operate and assist with the basic maintenance of heavy equipment, including but not limited to excavators, dump trucks, dozers, loaders, telehandlers, graders, and skid steers.
• Conduct daily pre-use and post-use inspections of assigned equipment and accurately report equipment condition, deficiencies, or required repairs.
• Track and report equipment usage, including operating hours and mileage, in accordance with company procedures.
• Apply a versatile construction skill set to assist other trades as needed to meet changing project requirements.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance in accordance with project schedules.
• Perform physical labor requiring frequent use of arms and legs and full-body movement, including climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials in active construction environments.
• Work as a team player, demonstrating professionalism, respect, and cooperation with coworkers,…