Secon | Operator - Southeast AK

Subsidiary: COLASKA

Secon is one of the companies within Colaska Inc., the Colas USA subsidiary that operates throughout the state of Alaska. Secon is based in Juneau, where the company provides construction materials commercially, with satellite offices in Sitka and Ketchikan. Secon constructs projects large and small; be it highways, airports, rural roads or mining developments. Throughout Colas USA, we provide competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee.

We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain.

The Heavy Equipment Operator manages the safe and efficient operation of multiple pieces of construction equipment. They are proficient in the use of a diverse range of equipment, including Excavators, Loaders, Dozers, Rollers, Graders, Skid Steers, and others as required.

• Operate power construction equipment, such as bulldozers, front‑end loaders, backhoes, scrapers, motor graders, shovels, and derricks.
• May also be responsible for running large pumps or air compressors.
• Control attachments such as buckets, swing booms, scrapers, and blades; also control water and air output of pumps and compressors.
• Perform basic maintenance and repair of the equipment they operate.
• Perform equipment and material inspections.
• Understand specifications and instructions, both verbal and written.
• Follow safety regulations and wear personal protective equipment.
• Travel within Southeast Alaska communities may be required.
• Work overtime, including Saturdays and Sundays; weekly hours typically meet or exceed 60.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of one year of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current member of applicable Union.

• MSHA Certification.
• OSHA 10‑hr Certification.
• CPR/First Aid Certification desired.

• Pass pre‑employment/random drug screening and a PAT (physical ability test).
• Occasional exertion of 20‑50 pounds; frequent 10‑25 pounds; constant 10 pounds.

Colas Inc. and Its Subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please view the EEO document. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to meet the requirements of the role, complete any part of the application process, or access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying, please contact Colas Inc.

at 973‑290‑9082 or send an email to