Light Equipment Operator

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

CITY OF UNALASKA
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
*Roads Division*

Open Date:           December 14, 2021
Close Date:           December 27, 2021

Position:                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, operate hand 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 GED equivalent.
Two (2) years’ experience on medium size road or utility construction/ maintenance equipment required.
Combination of education and experience that could provide knowledge, skills and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

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:
Lump sum relocation assistance of $5,000 taxable plus one (1) way airfare including one (1) dependent (refer to IUOE CBA for details)
Travel allowance $2,000 every year on your date of hire after 1st year of employment.
Free Annual Membership of Life Med (employee + dependents).
Free Membership for Parks, Culture and Recreation (employee only).
Medical and Dental premiums 100% employer paid (employee & dependents).
Paid Time Off starting at 16 hours a month.
Eligible for 457 Plans with ICMA- RC or Mutual of America and other voluntary benefits.
9 paid Holidays and 3 floating Holidays per year.
Eligible for PERS retirement (Public Employees Retirement System).
Up to 100% tuition reimbursement (must be taken while employed; refer to Title III Personnel Ordinance)

TO APPLY: Submit a City of Unalaska Application, CDL supplemental application and Voluntary Self Disclosure Form. All necessary forms are available at City Hall, Administration Department at 907-581-1252, or by downloading at https://www.ci.unalaska.ak.us/hr/page/employment-application-forms Return completed forms by emailing to [email protected] or by fax at 907-581-4469.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Unalaska is an Employer of National Service and encourages AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni to apply.