Equipment Operator - Akima, LLC

Company Overview:

 

Work Where it Matters

 

Akima Support Operations (ASO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

 

At ASO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

 

For our shareholders, ASO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

 

For our government customers, ASO delivers comprehensive services for facilities, maintenance, and repair and critical services required to operate and sustain facilities and equipment of all sizes.

 

As an ASO employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

Description:

The incumbent operates sweepers, backhoes, loaders, bulldozers, grader, dump trucks, rollers, skid-steer loaders and tractor trailers as part of a crew performing maintenance.
Keeps supervisor apprised of unique situations and problems encountered and identify and reports safety, environmental and other work requirements for resolution.

Responsibilities:

• Performs flexible and rigid pavement preservation on streets, parking lots and airfield; removes damaged pavement, place and compact hot/cold mix asphalts, place and finish concrete, route/seal cracks and joints.
• Performs wintertime snow and ice removal by utilizing snow removal equipment, plowing and chemical application.
• Performs minor emergency repairs to equipment.
• Performs debris removal, erosion control, floodgate, bridge, and culvert maintenance.
• Performs maintenance, installation, and repair of permanent and temporary signage.
• Responsible for completing daily work/labor order log documenting inspections, maintenance and repair information, to include work performed, materials used, and hours worked on each assigned work order.
• Reads and interprets simple plans, diagrams, and specifications, verbal and written instructions, may include interpreting grade and slope stakes.
• Performs installation, repairs and maintains all chain link fencing.
• Adheres to proper security practices, foreign object damage procedures, and airfield driving regulations, as applicable.
• Interfaces with customers and responsible for customer feedback, as applicable.
• Operates motor vehicles in accordance with company vehicle policies.
• Complies with applicable federal, state, United States Air Force (USAF) and
• Occupational Safety & Health Administration {OSHA) environmental laws and regulations.
• Follows information directives; Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), policies and procedures, and contract requirements.
• Complies with health and safety rules and procedures; performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment.
• Incumbent will at all times wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as determined by position and duties.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Accurate, timely, and cost-effective performance of duties.
• Works harmoniously with customers and fellow co-workers.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of all Akima related matters.
• Accountable for assigned tools, materials and equipment.
• Cleanliness and safety of shop and work areas.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Must have experience in operating large equipment required.
• Must have a valid state driver's license, acceptable driving record and proof of valid insurance.
• Must have a valid Class A CDL.
• Must have a minimum of two (2) years' experience in a construction or road maintenance environment and snow removal.
• Must maintain all necessary licenses/IDs/certifications.
• Must have the ability to solve problems and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must have the ability to adapt to changes in technology and applicable facility/infrastructure codes and standards.
• Must be familiarity with facility/infrastructure codes and standards, as applicable.
• Ability to deal with a variety of people in a professional and courteous manner in diverse situations.
• Must be proficient and knowledgeable of a variety of hand and power tools.
• Must be able to:  read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must be available to work other shifts as directed, to include weekends and holidays.

Preferred Qualification:

• Four (4) years' experience in a construction or road maintenance environment and snow removal.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
• Military experience.
• Previous experience working on a military installation.
• Experience working on Tinker facilities.
• Familiarity with military-specific facility/infrastructure codes and standards, as applicable

This position may currently and/or in the future be required to obtain and retain a favorable National Agency Check (NAC) and/or Personal Clearance (PCL) as required by law or contract.

 

 

Job ID:2024-14210Work Type:On-Site