Equipment Operator Journey 1/2

Equipment Operator Journey 1/2The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Northern Region Highways and Aviation Fairbanks District is looking for an Equipment Operator Journey 1/2 to help us Keep Alaska Moving!Base salary for:Equipment Operator Journey 1 - $30.90 / hourly (OT Eligible)Equipment Operator Journey 2 - $32.76 / hourly (OT Eligible)What you will be doing:Set up and operate various heavy equipment for maintenance tasks, including snow removal, hauling, drainage, and infrastructure repairs.Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, operator maintenance (fluid checks, cleaning, blade changes), and assist with shop upkeep.Maintain roads, bridges, drainage structures, signage, guardrails, and landscaping. Perform bridge repairs, including painting, sandblasting, and concrete work, with potential for summer travel.Operate plows, sanders, graders, and other equipment for snow removal, apply abrasives, and handling snow haul operations.Respond to road hazards, flooding, debris removal, and other emergencies. Mark and clear obstructions and ensure safe winter working conditions.Set up traffic control for work zones using devices like arrow boards, flagging, and other methods for both winter and summer maintenance activities.Address material spills, typically caused by equipment leaks or accidents.Attend required training (e.g., Traffic Control, First Aid/CPR, OSHA) and train on heavy-duty equipment for snow and ice control, including preparation for the WG 53 test.Perform other tasks assigned, including lower-grade duties, and assisting with shop maintenance.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 full-time position based at the Central Maintenance Station, located at MP 101 of the Steese Highway. There is no bunkhouse available at this location; applicants must have reliable transportation to and from the duty station, each day. 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 Central Alaska offers a chance to be part of a rugged and breathtakingly remote region where the state's heartland meets vast wilderness. This area includes small communities and expansive terrain, from the Yukon River valley to the rolling interior hills and boreal forests. Known for its extreme seasonal contrasts—midnight sun in summer and snowy solitude in winter—Central Alaska supports a lifestyle deeply connected to the land through hunting, fishing, and subsistence traditions. As an Equipment Operator with the Department of Transportation, you'll play a vital role in keeping critical transportation routes open year-round, all while experiencing the profound beauty and resilience of Alaska's interior.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.