Overview
Doyon Utilities provides excellent career opportunities for motivated individuals. As the primary utility provider for the U.S. Military in Alaska, we offer stability and opportunity even in uncertain times. If you want to be a part of a work family that values professionalism, dedication, collaboration and innovation, we’re the right company for you. Our Company culture will make you feel right at home.
A Brief OverviewThis is an introductory level temporary position that will assist and support the Maintenance crew. The employee holding this position is expected to be working toward an education/career path related to boiler operations, process controls, heat distribution, or mechanical or electrical engineering. The position is responsible for performing a variety of manual tasks associated with the operation of the CHPP system maintenance. Assignments include assisting maintenance personnel in maintaining CHPP equipment and machinery through the completion of preventative and corrective maintenance work orders, cleaning, organizing inventory, and expediting duties in support of the CHPP operations. The position will normally work alongside a Maintenance crewmember.
Pay:
$25.09/hour
Responsibilities
What you will do
- Perform labor related duties in support of the CHPP maintenance crews.
- Maintain all areas of the plant by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning or painting.
- Assist CHPP maintenance personnel in basic maintenance tasks under direction and supervision of a more experienced maintenance person.
- Gain experience and qualifications to progress toward receiving certification(s) related to boiler operations, controls, or mechanical or electrical engineering.
Conditions of Employment
- Must pass a pre-employment drug test, random drug test thereafter in accordance with the published policy of Doyon Utilities.
- Must have a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Alaska. Must be eligible to work on a military installation in Alaska.
- Eligibility to work on a military installation includes compliance with Department of Defense mandates with respect to employee background and health directives.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Hands on knowledge or interest about machines, installation and use of tools and mechanical fittings.
- Career minded and committed to furthering their education both in the classroom and on the job.
- Actively enrolled in a vocational or secondary education program or the desire to develop a career in the utility industry.
- Commitment to working in a safe manner and ability to understand and adhere to utility safety policies.
- Incumbent must be able to maintain a level of physical fitness to perform job duties.
- Excellent work habits.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors.
- Currently in pursuit of obtaining State of Alaska Boiler Operator certification, enrolled or will enroll in a vocational program related to the industry, or in pursuit of an electrical or mechanical engineering degree. Preferred
Reasonable AccommodationDoyon Utilities will provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. Accommodation requests should be made, in writing to the Human Resources Department.
EEOWe are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available at Know Your Rights (eeoc.gov) For questions on the job posting contact 907-455-1500.
Physical DemandsThe physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Standing – Constantly
- Walking – Constantly
- Sitting –
- Lifting – Constantly (50 lbs.)
- Carrying – Constantly
- Pushing – Constantly
- Pulling – Constantly
- Climbing – Constantly
- Balancing – Constantly
- Stooping – Constantly
- Kneeling – Constantly
- Crouching – Constantly
- Crawling – Frequently
- Reaching – Constantly
- Handling – Constantly
- Grasping – Constantly
- Feeling – Constantly
- Talking – Frequently
- Hearing – Frequently
- Repetitive Motions – Constantly
- Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination – Constantly
Working Conditions
- Extreme cold – Frequently
- Extreme heat – Frequently
- Humidity – Occasionally
- Wet – Occasionally
- Noise – Frequently
- Hazards – Frequently
- Temperature Change – Occasionally
- Atmospheric Conditions – Occasionally
- Vibration – Frequently
Doyon Utilities is committed to delivering safe and resilient utility services with an emphasis on reliability and efficiency. Our employees are committed professionals in their fields and passionate about what they do and the customers they serve: the United States Military. Inherent in our mission is modernizing facilities; employing best utility practices that reflect leading industry standards; and operating as vigilant stewards of the environment while ensuring the health and safety of our workforce and our customers.