Equipment Operator Journey ; 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) Northern Region Highways and Aviation is looking for a Full-Time Equipment Operator Journey 2 in Nome to help us Keep Alaska Moving!

Equipment Operator Journey 2:

• Perform year-round maintenance of state highways and airports, including operating and servicing heavy and light-duty equipment.
• Operate various machinery such as graders, dozers (D4 to D7), loaders, semi-tractors with belly dumps, and snow removal equipment for tasks like plowing, hauling, ditching, and surface repairs.
• Conduct traffic control duties including flagging and support general maintenance activities like vegetation control, sign and fence upkeep, and drainage structure maintenance.
• Perform additional duties such as welding, steam boiler operation for thawing drainage structures, vehicle maintenance, and shop cleanup.
• May serve as lead, requiring daily entries into the State MMS computer system.

Our mission is to maintain safe, reliable infrastructure while prioritizing the well-being of our community and team. We are dedicated to efficient road maintenance and emergency services, with a focus on collaboration, safety, and ongoing development. The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities shares this commitment, working toward a modern, resilient transportation system. We believe that teamwork, communication, and coordination with community and private sector partners are key to successfully meeting our challenges and serving Alaskans.

Through continuous growth and collaboration, we strive to keep Alaska moving forward.

This is a full-time position located in Nome, Alaska, within the Western District. Expect a dynamic, fast-paced environment with varied responsibilities and conditions. You’ll work independently and as part of a team, often in challenging weather or terrain. Shift work and emergency responses are part of the role, and safety is a priority. Our supportive team and ongoing training ensure you have the tools to succeed in any situation.

Working in Nome, Alaska, offers a distinctive opportunity to be part of a remote and historic community on the Bering Sea at the tip of the Seward Peninsula. Known for its rich history dating back to the gold rush era and as the finish line of the famous Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, Nome is a hub of cultural heritage and natural beauty.

Surrounded by diverse wildlife and an arctic environment, this location provides a unique setting for equipment operators to engage with Alaska’s rugged landscape while contributing to vital transportation infrastructure in one of the most iconic regions of the state.

• 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.
• Conscientiousness: Displays a high level of effort and commitment towards performing work; demonstrates responsible behavior.
• Flexibility: Is open to change and new information; rapidly adapts to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles.
• Self-Management: Sets well-defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.
• Teamwork: Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals.

To view the general description and example of duties for the position please go to the following link:

Vacancies in this job class are filled through Union referral, except for promotions, demotions,…