Equipment Operator Sub-Journey 1 (PCN 251706)

  • State of Alaska
  • Cantwell, Alaska
  • Full Time

Job Description

Classification Review Notice

This Position Description is currently being reviewed by the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations, Classification Section. Depending on the outcome of the allocation, this recruitment pool may or may not be utilized to fill this vacancy.

ATTENTION ALL ALASKA RESIDENTS!

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Northern Region Highways and Aviation Denali District is looking for an Equipment Operator Sub-Journey 1 to help us

Keep Alaska Moving!

What you will be doing:

Equipment Operator Sub Journey 1:

  • Operate light-duty ground motorized equipment and State-owned pickup trucks for various maintenance functions.
  • Perform routine maintenance and repairs at multiple wayside/rest stop facilities within the district.
  • Engage in various manual labor tasks, including cleaning culverts, cutting vegetation, picking up litter, patching potholes, and loading and unloading equipment and supplies from trucks.
  • Loading and unloading equipment and supplies from trucks.
  • Assist in the installation, repair, and/or replacement of permanent traffic signs.
  • Carry out traffic control duties, including flagging for safety.
  • Ensure public safety and maintain a clean and welcoming environment for the community.

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 seasonal position located in Cantwell, Alaska, within the Denali 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.

The benefits of joining our team:

Working in Cantwell offers the chance to support vital transportation infrastructure in a small but significant Alaskan community located at the junction of the Denali Highway and Parks Highway. Just south of Denali National Park, Cantwell is surrounded by breathtaking mountain landscapes and abundant wildlife, offering unmatched access to outdoor recreation year-round. Originally a railroad construction camp, the area holds historic ties to the development of Alaska's interior. Living and working here means being part of a tight-knit community while experiencing the unique rhythm of life at the edge of one of America's most iconic wilderness areas.

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:

Minimum 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:

Additional Required Information

NOTE: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY

At time of interview, applicants are requested to provide:

  • A copy of your valid Alaskan Driver's License.
  • A copy of your Flagger Certification, if applicable.

ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY

Please be sure to check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

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.

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 employer's 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 is incomplete 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 ... 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 Ludington, Maintenance and Operations Superintendent for Denali District

Phone: ...

Email: ...

Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.

For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)

Insurance Benefits

  • Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental

  • The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See for additional information.

  • AVTEC

  • Confidential

  • Correctional Officers

  • Marine Engineers

  • Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers

  • Supervisory

  • Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union

  • Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)

  • The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.

  • General Government

  • Labor, Trades and Crafts

  • Public Safety Employees Association

  • Masters, Mates & Pilots

  • Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

Optional Insurance Benefits

  • 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

Retirement Benefits

  • 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
  • Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

See for additional information

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

  • Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
  • Twelve (12) paid holidays a year

01

Do you currently possess any license(s)/certification(s) that are listed below?

  • Valid Alaska Driver's License
  • Flagger Certification
  • I do not possess any of the above license(s)/certification(s).

02

Which of the following do you have experience with? Please select all that apply.

  • Equipment Operation (Light Duty Vehicles)
  • Manual Labor & Field Work (Culvert cleaning, vegetation control, litter removal, pothole patching, general site upkeep)
  • Logistics & Handling (Loading and unloading equipment and materials)
  • Sign Installation & Repair (Roadway safety & compliance)
  • Facility Maintenance (Minor repairs)
  • Traffic Control & Safety (to include flagging)
  • Public Service (Welcoming environment for community members and travelers)

Required Question

Employer State of Alaska

Address PO Box 110201

Juneau, Alaska, 99811

Phone ... (Statewide toll-free number)

... (Juneau and out-of-state callers)

Website

Job ID: 489051574
Originally Posted on: 8/12/2025

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