Temporary Light Equipment Operator (Up to 6 months)

Unalaska; Dutch Harbor (AK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Unalaska is seeking a Temporary Light Equipment Operator for up to six months in the Department of Public Works, Streets and Roads Division. Located in the Port of Dutch Harbor, this role supports snow removal, hauling, road maintenance and drainage work in a coastal community.

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and two years of road/utility equipment experience; a valid Alaska CDL with N endorsement (Class A with N or Class B with N) is required at hire, with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two years of experience on road or utility construction/maintenance equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate light-duty construction and maintenance equipment to aid in street, trail, drainage maintenance.
• Assist with snow removal, hauling, road maintenance and drainage work.
• Work under supervision with focus on safety and compliance with city standards.

Skills

Light equipment operation

OSHA safety awareness

Site plans reading

Basic tool use

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Temporary Light Equipment Operator (Up to 6 months)

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

City of Unalaska

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

Streets and Roads Division

OPEN DATE: October 2, 2026
CLOSE DATE: October 16, 2026
POSITION: Temporary Light Equipment Operator (Up to 6 months)
POSITION HIRING RANGE: $32.77- $38.01/hour [Union Position Hiring Range - Step 1-6]

The City of Unalaska is accepting applications for the Temporary Light Equipment Operator position in the Department of Public Works . Located in the number one commercial fishing port in the United States, the International Port of Dutch Harbor, Unalaska, Alaska, is a coastal community in the Eastern Aleutian Islands with a multi-cultural population of approximately 4,250 full-time residents and seasonal influxes from multiple commercial fishery operations.

The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all employee tasks in this classification.

The duties shown are designed to provide a representative summary.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Temporary 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, and 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.

CITY OF UNALASKA
Department of Administration
43 Raven Way, P.O. Box 610
Unalaska, AK 99685

Questions? Please call us at [phone]

Contact Number:907-581-1252
Fax:[phone]

Hours of Operation:
Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
(Except Municipal Holidays)

City of Unalaska • 43 Raven Way • P.O. Box 610 • Unalaska, Alaska 99685 • [phone]