Light Equipment Operator

City of Unalaska; Unalaska (AK); Sur place; USD 45 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical premiums

Life insurance

LifeMed coverage

Relocation aid

Travel allowance

Longevity bonus

Personal leave

Holidays

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Résumé du poste

The City of Unalaska is seeking a Light Equipment Operator in the Department of Public Works. This union position offers a hiring range of $32.77- $38.01 per hour and emphasizes safe equipment operation, teamwork, and adherence to safety standards in outdoor, year-round work in Unalaska, Alaska.

Qualified applicants will have a valid Alaska CDL with N endorsement, two years of relevant equipment experience, and the ability to obtain forklift and flagger certificates within 90 days.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two years of experience on road or utility construction/maintenance equipment.
• Combination of education and experience evaluated on an individual basis.

Responsabilités

• Operate light-duty construction equipment up to 26,000 lbs for snow plowing, hauling, de-icing, and drainage work.
• Perform routine inspections and light servicing of vehicles and tools.
• Assist with maintenance and minor repairs of roads, trails, drainage, signage, and bridges.
• Support seasonal operations such as flagging, storm drain clearing, and snow shoveling.

Connaissances

OSHA safety

Equipment operation

Teamwork

Reading drawings

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Outils

Forklift certificate

Flagger certificate

Description du poste

OPEN DATE: November 6, 2026
CLOSE DATE: Until Filled
POSITION: Light Equipment Operator
POSITION HIRING RANGE: $32.77- $38.01/hour [Union Position Hiring Range – Step 1-6]

The City of Unalaska is accepting applications for Light Equipment Operator in the Department of Public Works. Located in the central Aleutian Islands, Unalaska, Alaska, is a multicultural coastal community of approximately 4,250 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 employees in this classification. The duties shown are designed to provide a representative summary.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Light Equipment Operator performs semi-skilled work operating light-duty construction and maintenance equipment to assist in the upkeep, repair, and improvement of City streets, trails, drainage systems, and related infrastructure. This position supports a variety of tasks including snow removal, hauling, road maintenance, and drainage work. Work is performed under general supervision of the Roads Supervisor, with an emphasis on safe equipment operation, teamwork, and adherence to City safety standards.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Must be able and willing to operate light construction and maintenance equipment up to 26,000 lbs. for the purpose of plowing snow, hauling gravel and dirt, applying de-icing materials, and cleaning or locating drainage structures.
• Must be able to perform routine inspections and light servicing of vehicles and tools to maintain equipment readiness.
• Assist in the maintenance and minor repair of gravel and asphalt roads, trails, drainage systems, signage, and wooden bridges.
• Ability to assist with seasonal operations such as road flagging, storm drain clearing, and snow shoveling.
• Must understand and comply with OSHA regulations and standards of safety across all job activities within their workplace.
• Must have the ability to learn and apply departmental rules, policies, procedures, & terminology related to road operations.
• Having a basic knowledge of reading and understand construction drawings, site plans, and technical illustrations.
• Ability to use hand and power tools to support construction and maintenance tasks.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Two (2) years of experience on road or utility construction/maintenance equipment
• Combination of education and experience that could provide knowledge, skills and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis

LICENSES & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have a valid Alaska CDL, Class “A” with “N” endorsement, OR a valid Alaska CDL, Class “B” with “N” endorsement, at the time of hire.
• Must have medical certification and comply with yearly reviews – CDL holders only.
• Ability to obtain a forklift certificate within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to obtain a flagger’s certificate within 90 days of hire.
• All required certifications and licenses must remain current throughout employment.
• Able to perform labor-intensive work in outdoors and adverse conditions.
• Must be able to work occasional emergency or non-traditional work hours as required.
• Must be eligible to work in the US; Federal Law requires completion of the employment eligibility verification form (I-9).
• Successfully pass a background test, which includes criminal, professional, reference checks, and a drug test. This position is subject to random drug testing.

BENEFITS

• 100% employer-paid medical premiums (employee & dependents)
• 100% employer-paid basic life/AD&D insurance (employee & dependents)
• 100% employer-paid LifeMed insurance (employee & dependents)
• Free Parks, Culture, and Recreation Membership (employee only)
• Relocation assistance (taxable) up to $7,000, plus airfare for the employee and one family member, if applicable
• Travel allowance of $2,500 every year on the date of hire after 1st year of employment
• Longevity bonus of $2,000 beginning on the third (3rd) year anniversary
• Personal Leave starting at 16 hours a month
• 10 paid Holidays and 3 Floating Holidays per year
• Eligible for 457 Retirement Plans with MissionSquare and other Voluntary Benefits
• Eligible for PERS Retirement (Public Employees Retirement System)
• Up to 100% Tuition Reimbursement (must be taken while employed; refer to Title 3 for details)

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER