Equipment Operator Journey 2 (PCN 251962)

State of Alaska•Tok, AK

37d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Northern Region Highways and Aviation, Tok District, is looking for a Full-Time Equipment Operator Journey 2 in Tok to help us Keep Alaska Moving! 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 seasonal full-time position located in Trimms Camp, Alaska, within the Tok 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 Trimms Camp offers a distinctive chance to be part of a small, close-knit community nestled in the heart of Alaska's vast wilderness. Located near the banks of the Yukon River, Trimms Camp has a history rooted in river transportation and serves as a vital support hub for surrounding rural areas. This remote location provides a lifestyle deeply connected to the natural environment, where seasonal activities like fishing, hunting, and trapping remain integral to daily life. Living and working here means embracing Alaska's rugged beauty while supporting essential transportation infrastructure in a unique and rewarding setting. We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies: 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.

Requirements

Current Driver's License/CDL with endorsements
Current Flagger Certification, if applicable
A Class A Alaska Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required at time of hire.
Selected candidates must comply with the DOT&PF Drug and Alcohol Policy and procedures and CANNOT start work in a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) position until Management Services or designee has received confirmation of the proposed appointee passing the required Pre-Employment drug test.
According to federal regulations, all violations and refusals will be maintained with the Federal CDL Drug & Alcohol Testing Clearinghouse database.

Responsibilities

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.

Benefits

Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)
Group-based insurance premiums for
Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
Long-term and short-term disability
Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
Supplemental Survivor Benefits
Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
Twelve (12) paid holidays a year