Job Description

JOB
ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS!The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, Northern Region Highways and Aviation is looking for Equipment Operators Journey 1/2 to help usKeep Alaska Moving!What You Will Be Doing: Operate and maintain heavy equipment for year-round maintenance tasks, including snow removal, hauling, drainage, and infrastructure repairs; perform pre- and post-trip inspections, fluid checks, cleaning, and minor maintenance.Maintain and repair transportation assets such as roads, bridges, drainage structures, signage, guardrails, and landscaping; tasks may include painting, sandblasting, and concrete work, with potential summer travel.Perform winter operations using plows, sanders, graders, and other equipment for snow and ice control, abrasive application, snow hauling, and response to road hazards, flooding, debris, and other emergencies.Ensure work zone safety by setting up traffic control with arrow boards, flagging, and other methods during both winter and summer maintenance activities; respond to and clear material spills or obstructions.Participate in training and development, including Traffic Control, First Aid/CPR, OSHA, and heavy equipment operation for snow and ice control; prepare for the WG 53 test and perform additional assigned duties, including shop support.Our Mission, Values, 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 forwardBenefits of Joining Our Team: Working in Thompson Pass offers a one-of-a-kind experience surrounded by Alaska’s most dramatic mountain scenery. Located just outside Valdez, this area is known for its record-breaking snowfall, rugged peaks, and breathtaking views of glaciers and alpine terrain. Once a key route for miners and traders, Thompson Pass now plays a vital role in keeping one of Alaska’s most scenic and challenging highways open year-round. As an Equipment Operator here, you’ll take pride in maintaining critical transportation routes while living and working in an environment that embodies Alaska’s adventurous spirit and natural beauty.The Working Environment You Can Expect: This is a full-time position located in Thompson Pass, Alaska, within the Valdez 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: 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.To view the general description and example of duties for the position please go to the following link: Notice: This position requires the individual to be able to obtain: Current First Aid and CPR CardFlagger/Traffic control certificateMine, Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) training certificateTransportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC)

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
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

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
For specific information about this position, please contact the hiring manager at the following: Name & Title: Robert Mattson, Maintenance and Operations Superintendent for Valdez DistrictPhone: 907-834-1039Email: robert.mattson@alaska.gov

Job Tags

Full time, Summer work, Shift work,

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