Superintendent II- DEHE Construction Field Operations

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC); Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Retirement Contributions

Paid Time Off

Gym Access

Tuition Discounts

Job summary

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) is looking for a Superintendent to manage sanitation & health facility construction projects in rural Alaska. This involves hands-on skills in facility construction, working closely with community governments and local labor to ensure compliance with safety and building codes.

The ideal candidate will have at least ten years of skilled trade experience along with supervisory methods in construction. Knowledge of Alaska Native cultures and rural logistics is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Ten years skilled trade work experience in carpentry, heavy equipment operation, plumbing, or concrete.
• Four years of supervisory experience in construction.
• Journeyman certification in relevant trades required.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction projects from site to completion.
• Coordinate labor requirements with local government.
• Oversee quality assurance measures in accordance with ANTHC guidelines.

Skills

Knowledge of rural Alaska logistics

Knowledge of Alaska Native cultures

Skill in sanitation facilities construction

Skill in interpreting construction plans

Skill in communicating with community workers

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

Plumbing

Electrical work

Job description

Benefits Package

• Medical Insurance provided through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program as a Tribal Employee, with over 20 plans and tiers.
• Cost-Share Dental and Vision Insurances
• Discounted Pet Insurance
• Retirement Contributions with Pre-Tax or Roth options into a 403(b).
• 401(a) ANTHC Retirement Plan: After one year of employment, ANTHC will begin making matching contributions of up to 5% of your eligible pay, based on your own contributions. In addition, you may be eligible for an annual discretionary contribution of up to 3% from the employer.
• Paid Time Off starts immediately, earning up to 6 hours per pay period, with paid time off accruals increasing based on years of service.
• Eleven Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave or miscarriage/stillbirth eligibility after six months of employment
• Basic Short/Long Term Disability premiums, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance are covered 100% by ANTHC, with additional options for Short-Term Disability Buy-Up Coverage and Voluntary Life for yourself and your family members.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care.
• Ancillary Cash Benefits for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.
• On-Site Child Care Facility with expert-designed classrooms for early child development and preschool.
• Employee Assistance Program with support for grief, financial counseling, mental/emotional health, and discounted legal advice.
• Tuition Discounts for you and your eligible dependents at Alaska Pacific University.
• On-Site Training Courses and Professional Development Opportunities.
• License and certification reimbursements and occupational insurance for medical staff.
• Gym Access to Alaska Pacific University includes a salt water pool, rock climbing, workout gym, and steep discounts for outdoor equipment rentals.
• Emergency Travel Assistance
• Education Assistance or Education leave eligibility
• Discount program for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more.

Summary

Under general direction implements sanitation & health facility construction projects in rural Alaska. The position involves hands‑on skills in facility construction in rural Alaska. Projects are typically completed in a "force account" setting through a cooperative agreement between the ANTHC and the local community government.

Responsibilities

• Assists in pre‑construction activities with community, initial visit of project site and participates in design review meetings.
• Reviews project designs and provide suggestions for improvements, estimates labor, materials, and equipment and task durations.
• Schedules appropriate trades and skill set, completes Material Take-Off.
• Works and manages construction effort from project site, supervising, scheduling, and directing skilled and unskilled labor forces.
• Coordinates equipment use and material transportation, conducts project activities and quality assurance measures in accordance with ANTHC guidelines and enforces ANTHC Safety Program.
• Coordinates labor requirements and administrative functions with local government, submits daily production reports/project logs to include project photos, and maintains equipment use and preventative maintenance records.
• Compiles record drawings and testing certification as needed.
• Observe and comply with all Federal, State, and local building codes and ordinances, and the ANTHC Standard of Conduct.
• Provides leadership, direction, and guidance to assigned staff. Develops goals and priorities in conjunction with employees, and assigns tasks and projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of rural Alaska logistics, conditions, and construction materials.
• Knowledge of cold weather construction.
• Knowledge of Alaska Native cultures.
• Knowledge in construction management.
• Skill in sanitation (water, sewer and solid waste) and/ or primary care (rural clinics) facilities construction.
• Skill in planning, organizing, leading, and controlling of construction projects and crews.
• Skill in interpreting written construction plans and specifications.
• Skill in preparing material take-offs for the purpose of material ordering.
• Skill in communicating effectively with construction staff, engineers, field employees, and community workers and residents.

Minimum Education Qualification

A high school diploma or GED equivalent.

Minimum Experience Qualification

Non‑supervisory – Ten (10) years skilled trade work experience in carpentry, heavy equipment operation, heavy equipment mechanic, plumbing, electrical, pipe/utility installation (water and sewer), and/or concrete. An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or training may be substituted for experience. AND Supervisory – Four (4) years of proven employee supervision experience in construction.

Minimum Certification Qualification

Journeyman certification in one or more of the following trades: carpentry, heavy equipment operation and/or mechanic, plumbing, electrical, pipe/utility installation – water and sewer, concrete work; OR verifiable skills equivalent to a journey level designation. According to the needs of the organization, some incumbents in this job class may be required to obtain specific technical certifications and licenses.

Minimum License Qualification

Valid State Driver’s license is required. Possess a current CDL or ability to obtain within six months from hire date. Possess ability to obtain Alaska Driver’s license within six months from hire date.

Additional Requirements

Work may occur in uncomfortable positions, while frequently bending, reaching, stretching, crouching, and climbing. Work occurs mostly outdoors in all types of weather and field conditions such as rain, fog, snow, mud, and cold weather. Extensive travel to rural communities in small single engine airplanes is required. Time on site may vary from several weeks for small jobs to several months for larger jobs.

Minimum Physical Requirements

Position is physically demanding and requires lifting and carrying equipment and supplies up to 50 pounds.

Typical Career Progression and Project Responsibility

Most Superintendents Will Begin Employment At The Superintendent I (entry) Level. Advancement To The II And III (senior) Levels Of The Position Will Be Based On Performance, Level Of Responsibility, And Experience Accordingly. Criteria For Superintendent Level I, II, And III:

• Superintendent I – 7 years of experience; 2 years supervisory; small projects up to $1 million.
• Superintendent II – 10 years of experience; 4 years supervisory; small to medium projects up to $2 million.
• Superintendent III – 12 years of experience; 6 years supervisory; medium to large projects $2-5 million.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93-638 Indian Self Determination Act.