Maintenance Specialist BFC, Journey 2 Lead - Remote Maintenance Worker

State of Alaska; Anchorage (AK); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Alaska seeks a Remote Maintenance Worker in Anchorage to provide training and technical assistance to rural utility operators, in both an office setting and in the field across remote villages.

The role requires initiative, the ability to work independently, and duties spanning plumbing, electronics, carpentry, and general building maintenance to keep water and sewer systems operating; occasional emergency response is expected.

Qualifications

• Valid Alaska Driver’s License required.
• Incumbent must obtain entry-level Water Treatment, Water Distribution, Wastewater Collection certifications (18 AAC 74).
• Willing to travel by small plane, 4-wheeler, snowmachine, and boat.
• Work in remote Alaska Village communities.
• Operate small handheld equipment such as Water/Sewer leak detection equipment, Elec. Tester, portable power tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide training and technical assistance to rural utility operators.
• Respond to emergencies to prevent catastrophic failures in village water/sewer facilities.
• Assess situations, formulate a plan, and complete the project or resolution.
• Work in both office and field settings, including remote villages.

Skills

Driver's license

Water treatment cert

Travel by plane

Remote village work

Handheld equipment

Job description

This position is open to All Applicants.

This position is being recruited for in Anchorage.

What you will be doing:

In both an office setting and in the "field" (Remote Alaskan villages), the Remote Maintenance Worker (RMW) position provides training and technical assistance to rural utility operators. This position must show initiative and an ability to work independently in the field, applying specific skills in plumbing and pipefitting, electronics and electrical troubleshooting, carpentry, and general building maintenance to find solutions to operation and maintenance problems encountered in village water and sewer systems. This position is also called upon to provide immediate emergency response to rural Alaskan utility systems to evert a potential catastrophic failure.

The applicant must have the ability to assess the situation, formulate a plan and make appropriate decisions to follow through to completion of the project or resolution of the problem or issue.

Our organization, mission, and culture:

The Remote Maintenance Worker Program develops the capacity of Rural Alaskans to operate local water and sewer facilities while safeguarding State and Federal capital investments in utility infrastructure. Our primary services are to:

• A circuit rider program provides over-the-shoulder training and technical assistance to local water and sewer operators in over 180 rural communities.
• Provide immediate response to emergencies that threaten or impact community water and sewer facilities.
• Provide regional classroom training for area utility operators.
• Maintain an inventory of emergency repair equipment for loan to communities.

The benefits of joining our team:

This position will work closely with our existing staff based out of the Anchorage office. We offer a flexible work schedule, ample training opportunities, and a generous benefits package.

The working environment you can expect:

This position is based in the Anchorage office and is centrally located to the communities we serve. We offer the opportunity for hybrid Telework (work from home on certain days) once the incumbent is competent in the duties and responsibilities of the position, which historically takes 6-12 months. The incumbent is expected to work independently while maintaining a team atmosphere. If you like to make a difference, accept challenges, and find solutions, the RMW position may be for you.

We are looking for a candidate that has experience in the following areas:

• A valid Alaska Driver’s License is required. Within six months of hire, able to drive lite pickup truck
• Incumbent must obtain entry-level Water Treatment, Water Distribution, Wastewater Collection certifications (18 AAC 74). (we provide training opportunities to accomplish these certifications)
• Willing to travel by small plane, 4-wheeler, snowmachine, and boat
• Work in remote Alaska Village communities
• Able to operate small handheld equipment such as Water/Sewer leak detection equipment, Elec. Tester, portable power tools.

Special Notice:

• Requires frequent travel within the State, typically one-two trips per month 3-5 days in duration, depending on issues in the field
• Requires travel by small plane, 4-wheeler, snowmachine, and boat
• Occasionally working in confined spaces or harsh winter conditions
• A valid Alaska Driver’s License is required.
• Incumbent must obtain entry-level Water Treatment, Water Distribution, Wastewater Collection certifications (18 AAC 74). (we provide training opportunities to accomplish these certifications)

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF THE INTERVIEW

• Complete online application, including resume and work history
• Three personal and three professional references

LEGAL EMPLOYMENT

The State’s online recruitment system, Workplace Alaska, requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain the appropriate documentation to accept or continue legal employment. The State of Alaska does not function in the role as an employer sponsor.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALL APPLICANTS

Candidates must have the legal right to work in the United States and be willing to move to Alaska before work begins.

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. Omission of required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration.

NOTE: The State of Alaska does not provide VISA Employer sponsorships.

WORK EXPERIENCE

When using work experience not already documented in your application, please 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. Work experience needed to meet the minimum qualifications must be documented in the application. If the application does not support minimum qualifications, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment. A resume will not be used to determine that minimum qualifications have been met for the position in which you are applying.

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 1-800-587-0430 or [phone] in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 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 the position please contact the hiring manager:

John Johnson

Program Coordinator 2

907-269-7605

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