Equipment Operator Journey ; PCN

Position Overview

Equipment Operator, Journey 1/2 at Iliamna Maintenance Station, Alaska. The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) seeks an operator to maintain infrastructure, airports, and highways in harsh conditions. This role requires travel to other stations and may include shift work.

Journey 1: $31.62 hourly, OT eligible. Journey 2: $33.44 hourly, OT eligible.

• Operate light‑duty equipment for maintenance activities at state infrastructure; heavy‑duty equipment in training.
• Operate heavy equipment for maintenance tasks; shift work may be required.
• Perform airport and highway maintenance under all conditions including snow removal, asphalt repair, airfield lighting, and emergency training.
• Travel to other stations during summer months for projects.

• Knowledge of transportation principles for moving goods by air, rail, sea, or road.
• Knowledge of vehicle operation procedures for cars, trucks, or watercraft.
• Problem‑solving skills: identify problems, evaluate alternatives, make recommendations.
• Eye‑hand coordination to perform job‑related tasks.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.
• For Journey 1: obtain a Class A CDL within 180 days of hire under 49 CFR Part 383.23; comply with the Equipment Operator Flex Letter of Agreement (LOA).
• For Journey 2: obtain a Class A CDL immediately, plus an N‑Tanker endorsement within 90 days;
  Haz Mat endorsement may be required.
• Random drug and alcohol testing per policy.
• Firearms qualification where applicable.
• Ready to work in remote or urban locations and handle extreme weather conditions.
• Alaska residency required.

DOT&PF offers career growth, training, mentorship, a diverse work environment, a generous benefits package, and a retirement plan. Employees may work on groundbreaking projects that contribute to the state’s growth and uphold safety and environmental responsibility.

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

Name:
Sharon Clark, Maintenance & Operations Superintendent
Phone: (907) 487‑4952
Email: sharon.clark