Light Equipment Operator

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
CITY OF UNALASKA, AK
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
*Roads  Division*

Open Date:           July 16, 2020
Close Date:           August 3, 2020

Position:                (2) LIGHT EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Hiring Wage:         $32.83 – $34.83/ hour [nonexempt]

The City of Unalaska is accepting applications for the position of Light Equipment Operator in the Department of Public Works.  Located in the central Aleutian Islands, Unalaska, Alaska is a multicultural coastal community of approximately 4,500 full-time residents and is home to the number one commercial fishing port in the United States, the International Port of Dutch Harbor.

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This is an equipment operator who, under the direction of the Roads Chief, operates light equipment to maintain, upgrade and construct the City's streets, roads, bike trails and drainage systems.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Must have working knowledge of standard road construction and maintenance practices and problem solve. Must be able and willing to operate a variety of equipment up to 26,000 lbs.  Must assist other operators as a spotter in ditches and using hand and power tools to expose, clear and re-bed utilities. Must be able to assist in the maintenance and repair of gravel roads, asphalt pavements, markings, wooden bridges, fences, ground, etc. Ability to clean, service and make minor repairs to machinery, vehicles, hand operate hand and power tools, barricades, lights, tire chains, etc.  Must comply, understand and apply OSHA regulations and standards of safety to the job and have the ability to learn and follow rules, regulations policies, procedures drawings, illustrations and terminology in Public Works roads division. Capable to working with a team and individually and maintain productive working relationships with a variety of individuals.                                                                                                                                                                                         
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum two (2) years maintaining/servicing vehicles, and construction and maintenance equipment. 

LICENCES & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must have or ability to obtain an Alaska CDL, class “A” with “N” endorsement required at time of hire.
Must have medical certification and comply with yearly reviews - CDL holders only.
All required certifications and licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.
Able to work outside in all types of weather including dust, wind, rain, cold, snow and darkness.
Able to work in an environment of noise, vibrating conditions and in unheated work stations.
Position is on 24 hours per day for emergency purposes, must be able to work occasional emergency or non-traditional work hours as required.
Must be eligible to work in the US; requirement by Federal Law if hired must complete employment eligibility verification form (I-9)
Successfully pass background test which includes, Criminal background, Professional and Reference check.
Successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and random testing without advance notice.

BENEFITS:
Moving Expense up to $5,000 plus one (1) way airfare including one (1) dependent (refer to IUOE Collective Bargaining Agreement for details)
Travel allowance $2,000 every year on your date of hire
Medical premium 100% employer paid (employee & dependents)
Paid Employer Basic Life Insurance 
Paid Time Off starting at 16 hours per month
Free LifeMed membership for employee and dependents
Wellness Program - Free Parks, Culture and Recreation membership (employee only)
Up to 100% Tuition Reimbursement (must be taken while employed; refer to Title III for details)
Eligible for Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement 
Voluntary Benefits Available: ALFAC, Mutual of America, AD&D, Life Insurance, ICMA Retirement

TO APPLY: Submit a City of Unalaska Application and a CDL supplemental application. All necessary forms are available at City Hall, Administration Dept. 907-581-1252, or by downloading at www.ci.unalaska.ak.us [job openings/Employment Forms Link]. Return completed forms to City of Unalaska HR Manager, Michelle Murdock email [email protected] or fax 907-581-4469