Laborer - AIT

Ahtna•Kake, AK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Perform tasks involving physical labor indoors and outdoors, movement of material, equipment, and parts between production areas, operating hand/power tools of all types: a variety of equipment and instruments. May clean and prepare sites and project locations. May assist other craft workers. This position will require working in Kake, Alaska and will require a work shift of up to 12 hours per day and 7 days a week. Please note this is a full-time Seasonal position based in Kake, AK.

Requirements

High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
Valid Driver’s License with the ability to be insured to operate company vehicles
Knowledge of construction machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance, and practical application of use
Ability to pass HAZWOPER physical and respirator fit test
Ability to complete pre-employment background check and drug screening

Nice To Haves

40-Hour HAZWOPER Course and 8-Hour HAZWOPER refresher within the last 12 months
Current Alaska Department of Labor Certificate of Fitness for Asbestos Abatement
Lead Awareness course completion
Knowledge and experience with Alaska Native cultures
Shareholder Preference: Pursuant to applicable law, preference will be given to qualified Ahtna Native Corporation Shareholders, Descendents, and Spouses in all phases of employment.

Responsibilities

Locates and moves materials, equipment, and parts between work areas of project location/site to expedite processing of goods, according to pre-determined schedules, needs, and priorities
General knowledge of the use of manual hand tools and power hand tools
Locating underground utilities with a shovel
Working in confined spaces
Provide assistance to staff in the field/site location
General manual labor, including the use of hand tools and providing manual labor support for project activities and site location.
May assist heavy equipment operator as a ground support person.
Identify any hazards as observed for the safety of personnel and equipment
Requires the ability to properly wear, use, and maintain personal respirator equipment and/or other forms of personal protective equipment (PPE) on HAZWOPER sites
Monitor job site for hazards and maintain a safe working environment
Possess good housekeeping skills with attention to detail on environmental hazards to reduce personal exposure and potential spreading of hazardous contaminants.
Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery, equipment, and materials
Participate in the Ahtna medical surveillance program, in accordance with 29CFR 1910.120
Perform other duties as assigned