Equipment Operator Journey ; Seasonal - PCN

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.

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF), Anchorage International Airport, is looking for an Equipment Operator, Journey 2 to help us keep Alaska moving.

Under general supervision, professionally operate all heavy equipment associated with the construction and maintenance of the Anchorage International Airport (ANC). Examples of equipment include motor graders, loaders, dump trucks, snow removal machines, roller compactors, sand spreaders, backhoes, and tractor‑trailer combinations.

The candidate will operate equipment on the airfield and airport property, ensuring safe and efficient operation in dynamic conditions, especially during snow/ice events. Responsibilities include removing snow from airfield surfaces, parking lots, roadways, and sidewalks; cleaning equipment; performing emergency concrete and asphalt repair; brush and tree removal; and various labor‑intensive tasks.

The mission at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is to spearhead the development, operation, and maintenance of the airport, serving Anchorage, Alaska, and the global community.

Joining the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities offers a range of benefits, career growth opportunities, and a dynamic work environment. The State of Alaska provides a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan.

This position is located at the Anchorage International Airport. Work involves maintaining critical transportation infrastructure in a state with diverse terrain and extreme weather conditions.

• Accountability:
  Holds self and others accountable for measurable high‑quality, timely, and cost‑effective results.
• Adaptability:
  Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands 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.

• This position is also eligible for overtime and shift differential.

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

At the time of interview, applicants are requested to submit three (3) professional references, including name, job title, and current phone numbers.

Candidates must be eligible for an airport identification badge in accordance with TSA regulations, including fingerprinting, criminal background check, and TSA Security Threat Assessment.

Position requires a Class A Alaska Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) at time of hire with an N‑Tanker endorsement required within 120 days. A conditional hire approval can only be given for endorsements.

Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

This recruitment utilizes a supplemental questionnaire as part of the application process.

To verify education, fill in the Education section of the application. Submit transcripts for verification; unofficial transcripts are acceptable if the institution name is listed.

Foreign education may be used if evidence of equivalency is provided.

Provide employer’s name, job title, dates of employment, and full/part‑time status. Resumes or CVs alone do not suffice.

Attaching a resume or CV is not an alternative to completing the application in its entirety.

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

Name:
Kristi Sutherland-Cheema
Phone: (907) 266‑2107
Email: kristi.sutherland-cheema

Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, paid leave, and more. For a detailed overview, refer to state resources.