Laborer

Sitnasuak Native Corporation; Nome (AK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Sitnasuak Native Corporation seeks a laborer for general labor tasks in Nome, Alaska. This is a temporary position with duties assigned by supervisor, and a focus on safety and reliability.

The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, ability to read safety rules and operate vehicles or equipment as needed, and strong interpersonal skills to work with staff and customers. Indoor and outdoor work is expected in varying conditions.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills to work with staff and customers.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Active listening and attentiveness to understand directions.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and manuals.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs manual labor as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintains the work site clean and orderly.
• Removes debris and snow from sidewalks and stairs as season requires.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Active listening

Read safety rules

Independent work

Operate vehicle/equipment

Education

High School diploma or GED

Lift 50 lbs

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The laborer performs general labor tasks assigned by supervisor. This is a temporary position.

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Job Type

Temporary

Description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The laborer performs general labor tasks assigned by supervisor. This is a temporary position.

Essential Functions

• Performs manual labor as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintains the work site clean and orderly.
• Removes debris and snow from sidewalks and stairs depending on season working.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of staff and customers.
• Effective oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate to others.
• Active listening skills; attentiveness when listening to others to understand, ask appropriate questions, etc.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Ability to safely and efficiently operate a motor vehicle and other equipment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED (General Education Degree)
• Must be able to lift to up 50 lbs. safely.
• Valid state Driver’s License and be qualified to operate a vehicle.

Working Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position performs indoor and outdoor work.

Preference Statement

Preference will be given to Sitnasuak Shareholders and their descendants and spouses, and to Shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g) and Title 42 U.S. Code 2003-2(i).

Additionally, the Company's policy is to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, the Company’s policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.