SKILLED Laborer-Summer temp

Northwest Arctic Borough; Kotzebue (AK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Northwest Arctic Borough is looking for maintenance staff to assist with general maintenance and construction projects from May to October 2026. This role requires hands-on tasks in various trades such as carpentry, plumbing, and vehicle maintenance.

Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, knowledge of maintenance processes, and strong physical condition. This position may require travel to Borough communities and being on-call as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of general maintenance processes and methods.
• Good physical condition and strength, with a willingness to work overtime hours.
• Must possess a valid Alaska driver's license, preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in various maintenance and shop functions.
• Perform skilled duties in building trades such as painting and carpentry.
• Travel to all Borough communities as required.

Skills

Building maintenance

Carpentry

Plumbing

Mechanical skills

Vehicle maintenance

Education

High school or equivalent

Tools

General maintenance tools

Job description

DESCRIPTION

This position will assist in the general maintenance and construction projects scheduled for the season of May to October 2026 (approximately). This position will be required to support all duties of the maintenance staff including general building maintenance, construction, carpentry, mechanical and other duties.

DUTIES

• Assists in various maintenance and shop functions and tasks.
• Performs variety of skilled duties in one or more of the building trades, including painting, vehicle maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, roofing, and other recognized crafts for maintaining and repairing the building or properties.
• Must be willing to travel to all Borough communities.
• Must be willing to be on-call as needed.
• Possesses the ability to lift and stack objects up to 50 pounds occasionally and frequently exert 10 to 20 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects.
• Work involves frequent periods of standing and walking, which may include climbing ladders and staircases.
• Work involves stooping, kneeling, crouching, twisting/turning and reaching; bending at the waist. Indoor/out-door work environment with exposure to weather extremes.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school or equivalent;
• Knowledge of general maintenance processes and methods.
• Working knowledge of tools, common appliances and devices.
• Good physical condition and strength, with a willingness to work overtime hours.
• Must possess a valid Alaska driver's license, preferred but not required