Job Description

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. 
Assist 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.

Starting Wage: $32.09 per hour

This is an in-person position located at Fort Wainwright in Fairbanks, Alaska. 

This is a temporary position for up to 500 hours. 

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

• 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 Accommodation
Doyon 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.
EEO
We 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 Demands
The 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.

Preference Statement:  Doyon Utilities grants a preference to qualified Doyon, Limited shareholders in all phases of employment and training, which include, but are not limited to hiring, promotion, layoff, transfer, and training.

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