Heavy Equipment Operator, Lead (Vehicle Storage) - Akima, LLC

Company Overview:

 

Work Where it Matters

 

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), 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 AFO, 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, AFO 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, AFO sustains mission readiness and ensures quality of life by maintaining high value assets and operations at peak performance and successfully manages these operations through accurately forecasting, managing, and aggressively controlling costs.

 

As an AFO 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 Heavy Equipment Operator, Lead, operates heavy equipment such as Kalmars, RTCHs, forklifts, tractor/trailers, s and various types of military vehicles/equipment. Equipment is used to load/unload, transport or relocate military equipment/vehicles/cargo for/from multiple forms of transport (i.e. rail, truck/trailer, etc.). Lead may read and interpret grade and slope stakes and simple plans, and may grease, adjust and make emergency repairs to equipment. Lead is responsible for planning/applying limited resources to meet mission requirements. Lead reports to and works in conjunction with the.

Responsibilities:

• Serves as on-site Lead for Vehicle Storage personnel and operations in conjunction with the Transportation Supervisor and Manager.
• Directs activities of personnel and ensures all operations are conducted IAW proper risk management and safety guidelines.
• Coordinates Vehicle Storage activities/support with various entities across the post:  AFO Transportation Department, Installation Transportation Office, 4th Sustainment Brigade, etc.
• Keeps the Transportation Manager updated on missions, equipment status, etc.
• Required to submit various weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports as determined by the managers and the contract.
• Ensures employees perform following; unloads and stores vehicles, containers and equipment marked for units when the unit is not available to receive the equipment due to training, deployment or other operational reasons. (Unloading at the railhead may include removing chains and dunnage before vehicle/equipment can be moved.)
• Validates that employees prepare vehicles for operation by performing pre-trip inspections that include, but are not limited to, battery hookup, fueling, unmasking exhausts, air intakes and glass areas, checking for proper fluid and fluid levels and tire pressure.
• May operate Non-tactical and Tactical military equipment: Commercial vehicles less than 2 ½ Ton; Tactical vehicle 5 Ton and larger or transport of hazardous material (Class A, B, or C); Tracked vehicles; Forklifts, Rough Terrain Container Handler (RTCH), or other Material Handling Equipment (MHE).  May grease, adjust and make emergency repairs to equipment.
• Trains and ensures employees are licensed on all MHE equipment; Kalmar, forklifts, RTCH.
• Operates vehicles for the purpose of transporting Government property to storage locations, maintenance facilities, DLA-DS, reclamation and disposal areas.
• Conforms to all installation and State rules and regulations and ensures that seatbelts are worn in vehicles so equipped and use PPE as required. 
• Maintains reports for the vehicle storage section, mileage, tonnage and movement, lifts records as input to weekly and monthly activity reports.
• Performs and ensures employees acknowledge the preventive maintenance on MHE and government vehicles in accordance with vehicle requirements and established procedures.
• Ensures training of employees is conducted, performs employee counseling and evaluations. Enforces all Safety to standard, to include implementing Safety as a culture for all employees and review timecards. 
• Performs all other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications:

• No specific educational requirements.  Must be knowledgeable of local and Fort Carson driving laws and safety rules.
• Must have one-year experience in operating commercial vehicles.  Required to drive (5-Ton or larger equipment/vehicles).
• Experience operating the RT 240 Kalmar/ RTCH’s is highly desirable.
• Three years’ experience as a group/team leader required. 
• Must possess and continuously maintain a current State of Colorado Driver’s License prior to start date or by 30 days after employment.
• Must be US Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) to obtain a CAC.
• Must receive a favorable background check and drug testing results.

Material and Equipment Directly Used:  

• Non-tactical and Tactical military equipment: commercial vehicle less than 2 ½ Ton; Tactical vehicle less than 5 Ton; any wheeled vehicle that is 5 Ton and larger or transport of hazardous material; Tracked vehicles; Forklifts, Rough Terrain Container Handler (RTCH), Kalmar, or other Material Handling Equipment (MHE).  

Working Environment/Physical Activities:

• Work is generally conducted in an outdoor or warehouse environment.
• Duties may involve the conduct of work in outside areas with a potential exposure to extreme climatic conditions (Hot, Cold, Wind, Rain) etc. Work may require lifting up to 50 lbs.; stooping; climbing; prolonged standing; prolonged sitting.
• Employee’s use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required in certain areas. Such PPE includes but is not limited to cold weather gear, head, foot, hand, torso, respiratory, vision and hearing protective devices.
• May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty including nights, weekends and/or holidays. 
• Must comply with published Company work rules and regulations as well as Ft. Carson regulations.  

 

Pay Range:31.67Benefits:SCA - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Vacation, holiday and sick Leave offered will be as defined under the DOL's Wage Determination.Job ID:2024-14516Work Type:On-Site