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. Full health care coverage, a generous 401(k), and a month of annual paid time off are some of our amazing Company benefits. Our Company culture will make you feel right at home.
A Brief OverviewAssist Utility Fitters with a variety of skilled utility maintenance and repair duties associated with a water distribution system, wastewater collection system and a heat distribution system.
Pay:
$24.95/hour
Responsibilities
What you will do
- Assist Utility Fitters with water system operation and preventive and corrective maintenance activities (i.e., hydrant flushing, flow testing, confidence testing, & leak repair).
- Assist Utility Fitters with the maintenance and operation of the wastewater collection system (i.e. to include flushing, thawing or unblocking when necessary as well as corrective and preventative maintenance).
- Maintain the grounds surrounding utility property to include lawn maintenance, refuse collection, and snow removal.
- Perform duties as fire and confined space watch for Utility Fitters working in such areas. Working in confined spaces may be required when assisting utility fitters with operational and maintenance activities.
- Custodial and maintenance duties for fleet vehicles and equipment. (i.e., washing and cleaning of vehicles and equipment
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 Required
- Vocational program related to the industry. Preferred
- 2 years in an environment that operates machinery, uses hand tools and mechanical fittings. Preferred
- Confined space training that will be provided by employer. Training will allow incumbent to perform “entry attendant” duties for employees working within the utilidor system.
- Hands on knowledge about machines, installation and use of tools and mechanical fittings.
- Career minded and committed to furthering their knowledge about utility operations and maintenance.
- Commitment to working in a safe manner and ability to understand and adhere to utility safety policies.
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
Physical and Environmental Requirements
Combination: This job operates in a mix between an office environment and field environment. The employee will be required to work both indoors and outdoors while conducting work related activities for various Doyon Utilities projects and operation and maintenance functions in Alaska. Employee may be exposed to heat, cold and frequent changes in t temperatures. Work often will be damp, dusty, dirty, windy, or in snow.
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.