Equipment Operator Journey 12 (PCN 253910)

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS!

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Northern Region Highways and Aviation Fairbanks District is looking for an Equipment Operator Journey 1 / 2 to help us Keep Alaska Moving!

Base salary for:

Equipment Operator Journey 1 - $30.20 / hourly (OT Eligible)

Equipment Operator Journey 2 - $32.02 / hourly (OT Eligible)

What you will be doing:
Equipment Operator Journey 1/2:

• Set up and operate various heavy equipment for maintenance tasks including snow removal hauling drainage and infrastructure repairs.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections operator maintenance (fluid checks cleaning blade changes) and assist with shop upkeep.
• Maintain roads bridges drainage structures signage guardrails and landscaping. Perform bridge repairs including painting sandblasting and concrete work with potential for summer travel.
• Operate plows sanders graders and other equipment for snow removal apply abrasives and handling snow haul operations.
• Respond to road hazards flooding debris removal and other emergencies. Mark and clear obstructions and ensure safe winter working conditions.
• Set up traffic control for work zones using devices like arrow boards flagging and other methods for both winter and summer maintenance activities.
• Address material spills typically caused by equipment leaks or accidents.
• Attend required training (e.g. Traffic Control First Aid/CPR OSHA) and train on heavy-duty equipment for snow and ice control including preparation for the WG 53 test.
• Perform other tasks assigned including lower-grade duties and assisting with shop maintenance.

Our organization mission and culture:

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 working environment you can expect:

This is a full-time positionbased at the Central Maintenance Station located at MP 101 of the Steese Highway. There is no bunkhouse available at this location; applicants must have reliable transportation to and from the duty station each day.Expect a dynamic fast-paced environment with varied responsibilities and conditions. Youll 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.

The benefits of joining our team:

Working in Central Alaska offers a chance to be part of a rugged and breathtakingly remote region where the states heartland meets vast wilderness. This area includes small communities and expansive terrain from the Yukon River valley to the rolling interior hills and boreal forests. Known for its extreme seasonal contrastsmidnight sun in summer and snowy solitude in winterCentral Alaska supports a lifestyle deeply connected to the land through hunting fishing and subsistence traditions. As an Equipment Operator with the Department of Transportation youll play a vital role in keeping critical transportation routes open year-round all while experiencing the profound beauty and resilience of Alaskas interior.

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.

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

Vacancies in this job class are filled through Union referral except for promotions demotions transfers and emergency appointments.

This job class is part of a series of competency-based class specifications created for career areas within the Labor Trades and Crafts Unit. The class specification identifies the levels of work and wage grades within the career area the core and specific competencies of the career area required work behaviors certifications and physical requirements. The competency specification for this job class is available at: Required Information

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At time of interview applicants are requested to provide:

FLEXIBLY STAFFED

This position is flexibly staffed. This vacancy may be filled at either the Equipment Operator 1 or 2 level depending on the applicants training and/or experience. The full range of salaries is listed above. Starting salary will be determined by the level the position is hired at. If filled at Level 1 promotion to the Level 2 will occur upon successful completion of the probationary period and required training as well as the applicant meeting the minimum qualifications of the higher job class.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS

This recruitment utilizes a supplemental questionnaire as part of the application process. The answers you provide to the questions will be an opportunity for you to tell us about your experience and/or education. The answers will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.

COMMERCIAL DRIVERS LICENSE REQUIRED

This position requires the incumbent to possess a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) per federal regulations (49 CFR 383) to register with the federal CDL Drug & Alcohol Testing Clearinghouse prior to performing safety-sensitive duties and to provide consent to the Employer to review driver information in accordance with 49 CFR 382.

For specific information about this position please contact the hiring manager at the following:

Name: Ron Davis Maintenance and Operations Superintendent for Fairbanks District

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