Equipment Operator Journey 12 (PCN 251961)
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Job Summary
- Job Description
- ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS!
The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Northern Region Highways and Aviation Denali District is looking for an
Equipment Operator Journey 1 / 2 to help us Keep Alaska Moving!
Base salary for:
Equipment Operator Journey 1 - $31.85 / Hourly (OT Eligible)
Equipment Operator Journey 2 - $33.71 / Hourly (OT Eligible)
What you will be doing:
As part of a dedicated maintenance crew this position helps keep State highways and airports safe and operational year-round. Duties include operating and maintaining heavy and light equipment maintaining roads vegetation signs bridges culverts drainage structures bike paths and other State right-of-way assets as well as performing traffic control and flagging. This position performs work across a variety of maintenance activities and may require shift work.Our organization mission and culture:
The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities mission is to Keep Alaska Moving. We are working toward a modern adaptable flexible transportation system that will be resilient as we tackle our challenges. We believe collaboration communication and coordination increase our ability to succeed. Creating teams that are focused on results working together and leveraging resources across our department with community and private sector partnerships increases our ability to accomplish our mission and serve Alaskans.
The benefits of joining our team:
Joining the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers an array of benefits with career growth opportunities at the forefront. As an integral part of Alaskas infrastructure development and maintenance DOT&PF provides employees with a dynamic and diverse work environment where they can continually enhance their skills and climb the career ladder. The department values professional development offering training programs and mentorship opportunities to help individuals expand their expertise and advance in their chosen fields. With the vast and unique challenges of Alaskas geography and climate employees can work on groundbreaking projects that contribute to the states growth making the DOT&PF an ideal choice for those seeking a fulfilling and evolving career in transportation and public facilities.The DOT&PF core values are integrity excellence and respect. We support an environment focused on teamwork and collaboration to achieve results. We succeed in achieving our transportation mission through building credibility with our customers stakeholders and the public. A successful candidate will have sound judgment decision-making and a strong ethical and professional conduct history.
The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan. Please see here for more information: working environment you can expect:
These positions are located inHealy AK.
Working at the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers a uniquely challenging and rewarding environment. With Alaskas diverse and expansive terrain coupled with its extreme weather conditions employees of the DOT&PF can work in various locations including remote locations and urban centers addressing a wide range of transportation needs. Their roles demand adaptability and resourcefulness as they maintain and improve roads bridges airports ports and public facilities in a state known for rugged terrain and extreme seasonal changes. This work not only presents professionals with a range of fascinating challenges but also allows them to contribute to developing and maintaining critical infrastructure against the backdrop of Alaskas breathtaking natural beauty reflecting a strong commitment to safety and environmental responsibility
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 positions please go to the following link: Note:
Other certifications that are required upon job duty assignment but are only preferred at the time of hire are:
- Air Brake Endorsement
- Tanker Endorsement
- Hazardous Materials Endorsement
- Current First Aid and CPR Card
- Flagger/Traffic control certificate
- Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) training certificate
- Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC)
- Minimum Qualifications
Equipment Operator Journey 1:
Any combination of education and/orprogressively responsibleexperience providing the applicant with the knowledge skills and abilities to successfully perform theessentialdutiesofindependentlyoperatingsmallor non-specialized(light duty)motorized equipment to perform specific assignmentsas an assistant under direction using standardmethods and techniques of the operational field.
Essential Core Competencies:
Knowledge of equipment functions; equipment use appropriate to specific conditions and assignment; appropriate use of construction maintenance agricultural or other chemicals and materials; hazardous materials regulations; and safety regulations and practices related to equipment use and operation.
Applicable skill in operation of specific equipment.
Ability to set up the operation of equipment proficiently and safely operate equipment; maintain and communicate situation awareness; take appropriate action to prevent damage; perform equipment safety checks and identify inspection points; observe the job environment and conditions; read and understand regulations related to the work; follow instructions; work cooperatively and effectively as a team member; and react effectively in emergency and disaster situations.
- For full Minimum Qualifications please follow the Classifications link: Class Specifications Equipment Operator Journey 1 Class Spec Details
Any combination of education and/orprogressively responsibleexperience providing the applicant with the knowledge skills and abilities to successfully perform theessentialdutiesofindependentlyoperatingspecialized heavy-duty equipment using standard methodsand techniques of the operational field.
Essential Core Competencies:
Knowledge of equipment functions; equipment use appropriate to specific conditions and assignment; appropriate use of construction maintenance agricultural or other chemicals and materials; hazardous materials regulations; and safety regulations and practices related to equipment use and operation.
Applicable skill in operation of specific equipment.
Ability to set up the operation of equipment proficiently and safely operate equipment; maintain and communicate situation awareness; take appropriate action to prevent damage; perform equipment safety checks and identify inspection points; observe the job environment and conditions; read and understand regulations related to the work; follow instructions; work cooperatively and effectively as a team member; and react effectively in emergency and disaster situations.
- For full Minimum Qualifications please follow the Classifications link:Class Specifications Equipment Operator Journey 2 Class Spec Details
Equipment Operator Journey 2:- Additional Required Information
**NOTE: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY**
At time of interview applicants are requested to provide:
- A current copy of your CDL with endorsements (if applicable)
- Three (3) professional references including name job title and current phone numbers. If not already listed on application.
ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY
Please be sure to check ourresidency definition to determine if you qualify.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.
Equipment Operator Journey 2- A Class A Alaska Commercial Drivers License (CDL) is required attime of hire. A conditional hire approval can only be given for endorsements. This means that the proposed appointee must successfully obtain an N-Tanker endorsement within 90 days of hire and sign an agreement to this effect as a condition of employment.
Equipment Operator Journey 1- A Class B Alaska Commercial Drivers License (CDL) is required attime of hire. A Class A Alaska Commercial Drivers License (CDL) is required for this position. A conditional hire approval can be given to applicants that do not yet possess a Class A CDL. This means that the proposed appointee must successfully obtain a Class A CDL within 180 days of hire and sign an agreement to this effect as a condition of employment.
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION & PUBLIC FACILITIES DRUG AND ALCOHOL POLICYSelected candidates must comply with the DOT&PF Drug and Alcohol Policy and procedures and CANNOT start work in a Commercial Drivers 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.
TRANSPORTATION WORKER IDENTIFICATION CREDENTIAL (TWIC)
Please be aware - this position requires the applicant (at their expense) to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) in compliance with federal regulations pertaining to certain maritime port facilities. All terminal employees are required to obtain a TWIC in order to work in certain restricted areas of the terminals.
Information about the TWIC can be found on the TWIC information web site link or call the TWIC help desk at 1-.
If you are selected for the position you will be required to immediately enroll/apply for the required TWIC card. The applicant selected for the position must have their TWIC card in hand in order to be unescorted within a restricted or secure area of the terminal facility.EDUCATION
To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not transcripts will be required before employment.SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
WORK EXPERIENCE
If using work experience not already documented in your application also provide the employers name your job title dates of employment and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting see resume or CV or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application isincomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation auxiliary aides or services or alternative communication formats please call 1- or 465-4095 in Juneau or (TTY) or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P. O. Box 110201 Juneau AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
- Contact Information
For specific information about this position please contact the hiring manager at the following:
Name:Jason LudingtonMaintenance and Operations Superintendent
Phone:
ORName: Breanna Langberg Administrative Assistant 3
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Required Experience:
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