Equipment Operator - Journey ; PCN Klawock

Job Overview

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Southcoast Region Highways & Aviation/M&O is looking for an Equipment Operator, Journey 1/2 in Klawock to help us Keep Alaska Moving!

Journey 1 – Performs airport and highway maintenance at a State maintenance station that includes a rural Part 139 certificated airport. Responsible for maintaining State highways, airports, seaplane floats, bridges, and docks in a safe and fully operable condition for use by the traveling public. Complies with all applicable regulations concerning maintenance and operation of highways and airports. This position will utilize various types of light‑duty equipment to perform maintenance activities in support of the State mission;

use of heavy equipment will be in a training capacity.

Journey 2 – Performs airport and highway maintenance at the State maintenance station that includes a rural Part 139 certificated airport. Responsible for maintaining State highways, airports, seaplane floats, bridges, and docks in a safe and fully operable condition for use by the traveling public. Complies with all applicable regulations concerning maintenance and operation of highways and airports.

The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities’ mission is to Keep Alaska Moving. We work toward a modern, adaptable, flexible transportation system that will be resilient as we tackle our challenges. We believe collaboration, communication, and coordination increase our ability to succeed.

Working at DOT&PF offers a uniquely challenging and rewarding environment. With Alaska’s diverse terrain and extreme weather, employees may work in remote or urban locations addressing a wide range of transportation needs. Roles demand adaptability and resourcefulness as we maintain and improve roads, bridges, airports, ports, and public facilities.

DOT&PF offers an array of benefits, career growth opportunities, training programs, mentorship, and a generous benefits package with an excellent retirement plan. For more information, see (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with the core competencies of:

• Transportation – Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road.
• Vehicle operation – Knowledge of procedures for operating motor vehicles, including cars, trucks, or watercraft.
• Problem solving – Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
• Eye‑hand coordination – Accurately coordinate eyes with fingers, wrists, or arms to perform job‑related tasks.

• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Class A Alaska CDL or Class B is required at time of hire; endorsements must be obtained within the specified time frame for each journey level.
• Compliance with DOT&PF Drug and Alcohol Policy and completion of pre‑employment drug test.
• Arms and ammunition requirement:
  Must not have a misdemeanor conviction of domestic violence.

This vacancy may be filled as Equipment Operator Journey 1 or Journey 2, depending on applicant’s training and experience. Position offers opportunity to advance to the next level upon performance assessment.

Name:
Joseph Johnson, Equipment Operator – Foreman 1
Phone: (907) 755‑2229
Email: joseph.johnson

The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer and complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation are encouraged to contact 1‑800‑587‑0430 or (907) 465‑4095 in Juneau.