Equipment Operator - Journey ; PCN

Job Title

Equipment Operator
- Journey 1

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY! The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF), Airfield Maintenance, is looking for an Equipment Operator
- Journey 1 to help us Keep Alaska Moving!

What you will be doing:

Under general supervision, professionally operate all heavy equipment associated with the construction and maintenance of the Anchorage International Airport (ANC). Examples of equipment include, but are not limited to, motor graders, loaders, dump trucks, airport snow removal machines, roller compactors, sand spreaders, backhoes, and tractor-trailer combinations.

The candidate will operate equipment on the airfield and airport property. The incumbent must be able to operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner in a dynamic environment that is rapidly changing during snow/ice events. They must also be able to communicate clearly on company and air to ground radios. Daily duties include removing snow from the airfield surfaces, parking lots, roadways, and sidewalks.

Other duties are cleaning of equipment, emergency concrete and asphalt repair, brush and tree removal, and many other labor-intensive jobs.

As a part of the AFM crew the candidate will operate and maintain these airports and roadways in all conditions. Whether plowing snow in near "white-out" conditions to prepare the airport for normal aircraft operations; maintaining roadways safely for the traveling public; repairing asphalt on paved surfaces; conducting security inspections on the airport; maintaining airport lighting systems; clearing rights-of-way and airport safety areas of vegetation overgrowth;

or training for any emergency that may occur, these are just a few of the situations you can find us in while making the difficult seem routine day after day. We truly keep Alaska moving!

Joining the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers an array of benefits, with career growth opportunities at the forefront. As an integral part of Alaska's infrastructure development and maintenance, DOT&PF provides employees with a dynamic and diverse work environment where they can continually enhance their skills and climb the career ladder. The department values professional development, offering training programs and mentorship opportunities to help individuals expand their expertise and advance in their chosen fields.

With the vast and unique challenges of Alaska's geography and climate, employees can work on groundbreaking projects that contribute to the state's growth, making the DOT&PF an ideal choice for those seeking a fulfilling and evolving career in transportation and public facilities.

The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan. Please see here for more information: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

This position is located at the Anchorage International Airport.

Working at Anchorage International Airport within the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers a uniquely challenging and rewarding environment. Employees are tasked with maintaining and improving critical transportation infrastructure in a state characterized by diverse and expansive terrain, as well as extreme weather conditions. Whether stationed in remote locations or urban centers, staff must address a wide range of transportation needs.

Their roles demand adaptability and resourcefulness to ensure the functionality and safety of roads, bridges, airports, ports, and public facilities. This work not only presents professionals with a range of fascinating challenges but also allows them to contribute to the development and maintenance of vital infrastructure against the backdrop of Alaska's breathtaking natural beauty. At Anchorage International Airport, you will be part of a team committed to safety, environmental responsibility, and the seamless operation of one of the state's most critical transportation hubs.

To be successful in this position, the selected candidate will possess the following core-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.

• Adaptability:
  Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.

• Attention to Detail:
  Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.

• Problem Solving:
  Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations

Vacancies in this job class are filled through Union…