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State of Alaska

Equipment Operator, Lead/Journey 3 (Homer Airport PCN 251066)

State of Alaska, Juneau, Alaska, us, 99812

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Equipment Operator, Journey 2/Lead (PCN 253812M) – Homer Airport, Alaska

Overview Alaska residents only. The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Central Region Highways & Aviation is hiring an Equipment Operator to maintain and operate airport and road infrastructure at Homer Airport. The role involves heavy equipment operation, aircraft rescue and fire fighting support, wildlife management, and compliance with FAA, FHWA, and State regulations.

What You Will Be Doing You will perform airport maintenance at Homer Airport, a State‑maintained Part 139 certified airport. Responsibilities include:

Snow and ice control

Pavement repair and marking

Sweeping, lighting repair, sign installation

Brushing, mowing, ditching, and drainage maintenance

Operating and maintaining heavy equipment such as dump trucks, plows, sweepers, blowers, graders, loaders, and Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicles

Conducting runway inspections, FAA compliance, issuing NOTAMs, and performing friction measurements

Wildlife management, including species identification and approved hazing methods

Key Qualifications

Core competencies: Accountability, Conscientiousness, Flexibility, Self‑Management, Teamwork

Valid Class A Alaska Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) at time of hire; conditional hire possible for endorsement after 90 days

Pre‑employment drug testing as required by DOT&PF policy

Ability to use firearms/ammunition – must satisfy federal and state regulations; prior convictions may disqualify

APSIN certification (Alaska Public Safety Information Network) – background check required

Experience operating heavy equipment in a regulated environment

Additional Requirements The position requires compliance with DOT&PF Drug and Alcohol Policy, and the candidate must maintain a clean criminal record for APSIN certification. Candidates must also be willing to participate in supplemental questionnaire as part of the application process.

Benefits and Working Environment DOT&PF offers a dynamic work environment, professional development opportunities, mentorship, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes retirement plans. For more information: https://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/benefits/

Working Environment The role is part of the Homer Airport maintenance crew, providing full‑year highway and airport operations tasks within the Peninsula District boundaries.

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 alternative communication formats should call 1-800-587-0430 or 907-465-4095 (or TTY 711). The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

Contact For specific information about this position, please contact:

Name: Teodore Odena, Recruitment Coordinator Phone: (907) 269-0630 Email: teodore.odena@alaska.gov

Application Notes Applicants should submit three professional references, a copy of their current Class A CDL, and any required endorsements. All required documents must be submitted by the time of application or interview.

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