Equipment Operator - Journey Lead; PCN

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY!

Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF), Southcoast Region Highways and Aviation/M&O, is looking for an Equipment Operator, Journey 1/2/3 Lead (flex position) in King Salmon.

• Equipment Operator Journey 1: $31.62 per hour – OT eligible
• Equipment Operator Journey 2: $33.44 per hour – OT eligible
• Equipment Operator Lead/Journey 3: $35.53 per hour – OT eligible

• Equipment Operator Journey 1:
  Perform airport and highway maintenance at the State maintenance station, including a rural Part 139 certificated airport. Maintain State highways, airports, seaplane floats, bridges, and docks in a safe and fully operable condition for public use. Comply with Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and State of Alaska regulations. Use light‑duty equipment for maintenance;
  
  heavy‑equipment use is in training capacity.
• Equipment Operator Journey 2:
  Perform the same duties as Journey 1 with full compliance on all applicable regulations.
• Equipment Operator Lead/Journey 3:
  Same responsibilities as Journey 2 with additional leadership duties during two‑weeks‑off rotation to ensure operational continuity.

Two‑weeks‑on / two‑weeks‑off (2/2) rotational schedule. Lead responsibilities during off‑weeks from the Foreman. Rapid adaptation to extreme weather, remote and urban locations, and a variety of maintenance tasks is required.

• Knowledge of transportation principles for air, rail, sea, or road.
• Proficiency in operating motor vehicles, trucks, or watercraft.
• Problem‑solving: identify issues, evaluate alternatives, and make recommendations.
• Eye‑hand coordination for handling equipment and tasks.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Class A required; N‑Tanker endorsement required for Journey 2 and 3 within 90 days of hire. Conditional hire approval available for endorsements.
• Members of the Alaska public must meet eligibility requirements as defined by the DOT&PF residency definition.
• Must pass the federal CDL Drug & Alcohol testing program and comply with DOT&PF Drug and Alcohol Policy.
• Arms & Ammunition requirement: firearms or ammunition use allowed; recent misdemeanor domestic‑violence convictions prohibited.

• Career growth opportunities and mentorship.

• Comprehensive benefits package and retirement plan (details at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).).

• Dynamic and diverse work environment tackling Alaska’s unique transportation challenges.

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The State of Alaska is an equal‑opportunity employer. For accommodations or questions, contact the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811‑0201 or call 1‑800‑587‑0430.

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