Equipment Operator Journey 2 (PCN 252199)

State of Alaska•Delta Junction, AK

31d•Onsite

About The Position

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY! 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 DELTA JUNCTION to help us Keep Alaska Moving! What You Will Be Doing: Operates and services heavy and light-duty equipment for the year-round maintenance of state highways and airports, including snow removal, grading, and material hauling. Maintains vegetation, signs, bridges, culverts, drainage structures, bike paths, and road surfaces within the State Right-of-Way. Performs traffic control duties such as flagging and may serve as a lead, completing daily entries in the Maintenance Management System (MMS). Conducts equipment upkeep, welding, cutting, and general maintenance tasks as needed. Operates various specialized equipment including graders, loaders, dozers, dump trucks, snow blowers, semi-trucks, and steam boilers for maintenance and repair operations. Our Mission, Culture, and Values: 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. The Benefits of Joining Our Team: Working in Delta Junction offers a unique blend of Alaska's rugged frontier history and wide-open Interior beauty. Situated where the Alaska Highway meets the Tanana River Valley, this community is surrounded by sweeping farmland, mountain views, and vast stretches of wilderness that change dramatically with the seasons. Known for its agricultural roots, military history, and hardworking spirit, Delta Junction plays a key role in keeping one of Alaska's most important travel corridors moving safely. As an Equipment Operator here, you'll help maintain essential highways that support local residents, military installations, rural communities, and travelers headed across the state and into Canada. You'll take pride in work that keeps this gateway to Alaska open, and experience a lifestyle defined by independence, community, and true Interior adventure. The Working Environment You Can Expect: This is a full-time position located in Delta Junction, 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. Who We Are Looking For: To be successful in this position, the selected applicant will possess the following core 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

ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY
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.
Accountability
Conscientiousness
Flexibility
Self-Management
Teamwork

Nice To Haves

Current First Aid and CPR card preferred.
Flagger/traffic control certificate.
Mine, Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) training certificate.

Responsibilities

Operates and services heavy and light-duty equipment for the year-round maintenance of state highways and airports, including snow removal, grading, and material hauling.
Maintains vegetation, signs, bridges, culverts, drainage structures, bike paths, and road surfaces within the State Right-of-Way.
Performs traffic control duties such as flagging and may serve as a lead, completing daily entries in the Maintenance Management System (MMS).
Conducts equipment upkeep, welding, cutting, and general maintenance tasks as needed.
Operates various specialized equipment including graders, loaders, dozers, dump trucks, snow blowers, semi-trucks, and steam boilers for maintenance and repair operations.

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