Equipment Operator Journey 1/2

Salary: $31.85 - $33.71 Hourly
Location : Cantwell, AK
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: 55688
Department: Transportation and Public Facilities
Division: NRD-Denali District
Opening Date: 10/12/2026
Closing Date: 10/22/2026 5:00 PM Alaska
Division: Northern Region Highways and Aviation
Position Open To: Alaska Residents Only
Bargaining Unit: Labor, Trades and Craft
Range: 53/54


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 maintenance crew, you will perform journey-level equipment operation and a variety of year-round maintenance activities supporting the State of Alaska's highways and airports within the Denali District. You will operate and service various light- and heavy-duty equipment to maintain vegetation, signs, barricades, fences, bridges, culverts, drainage structures, bike paths, and road surfaces within the State right-of-way. You will also perform traffic control duties, including flagging, and other maintenance tasks as needed. Heavy-duty equipment operation will initially be performed in a training capacity. 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 Alaska's 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 Alaska's geography and climate, employees can work on groundbreaking projects that contribute to the state's 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.


The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan. Please see here for more information:
The working environment you can expect:
These positions are located in Cantwell , AK .
Working at the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers a uniquely challenging and rewarding environment. With Alaska's 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 Alaska's 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:
Special Note:
Other certifications that may be 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/or progressively responsible experience providing the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the essential duties of independently operating small or non-specialized (light duty) motorized equipment to perform specific assignments as an assistant under direction, using standard methods 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:

Equipment Operator, Journey 2

Any combination of education and/or progressively responsible experience providing the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the essential duties of independently operating specialized, heavy-duty equipment using standard methods 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:
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 our residency 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 applicant's 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 DRIVER'S LICENSE REQUIRED

This position requires the incumbent to possess a Commercial Driver's 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 Driver's License (CDL) is required at time 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 Driver's License (CDL) is required at time of hire . A Class A Alaska Commercial Driver's 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 POLICY
Selected candidates must comply with the DOT&PF Drug and Alcohol Policy and procedures and CANNOT start work in a Commercial Driver's 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.
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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or 465-4095 in Juneau or View phone number on click.appcast.io (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


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Name: Breanna Langberg, Administrative Assistant 3

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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 (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

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Please indicate what license(s) or endorsements you possess:

• CDL Class A
• CDL Class B
• Tanker Endorsement
• Hazardous Materials Endorsement
• None of the above

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Please check your experience with operating equipment:

• Tracked Dozers
• Loaders
• Backhoe
• Excavator
• 5th Wheel Tractors
• Dump Trucks
• Sanders
• Graders
• Passenger Bus
• Equipment Trailers
• Skid Steers
• None of the above

Required Question