Alaska Heavy Equipment Operator: Snow & Roadwork

Norton Sound Health Corp; Nome (AK); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Norton Sound Health Corp in Nome, AK is seeking aRegular Full-time Operator to run heavy equipment for road and site work, including snow removal, grading and material handling. You will perform pre-use checks and routine maintenance while following plans and supervisor directions to ensure safe, efficient completion of tasks.

The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork, with on-call shifts and after-hours work as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience operating snow removal equipment is required.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and manuals.
• Must demonstrate safety, reliability and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy equipment (plows, bulldozers, mowers, loader) to dig, grade, plow, trench, load and move materials.
• Perform pre-operation inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
• Interpret plans and follow supervisor instructions to complete tasks.
• Carry out grading to prepare roads and structures per specs.
• Perform snow removal and ice control in varying weather conditions.
• Load and transport materials; assist in yard and fleet maintenance.
• Be on-call and work after hours when required.

Skills

Initiative & commitment

Read blueprints

Responsible behavior

Hand-eye coordination

Attention to detail

Communication & teamwork

Lead and direct when needed

Long shifts ability

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Norton Sound Health Corp in Nome, AK is seeking aRegular Full-time Operator to run heavy equipment for road and site work, including snow removal, grading and material handling. You will perform pre-use checks and routine maintenance while following plans and supervisor directions to ensure safe, efficient completion of tasks.

The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork, with on-call shifts and after-hours work as needed.