State of Alaska - Juneau, AK
posted 4 days ago
About the position
In both an office setting and in the 'field' (Remote Alaskan villages), the Remote Maintenance Worker (RMW) position provides training and technical assistance to rural utility operators. This position must show initiative and an ability to work independently in the field, applying specific skills in plumbing and pipefitting, electronics and electrical troubleshooting, carpentry, and general building maintenance to find solutions to operation and maintenance problems encountered in village water and sewer systems. This position is also called upon to provide immediate emergency response to rural Alaskan utility systems to avert a potential catastrophic failure. The applicant must have the ability to assess the situation, formulate a plan and make appropriate decisions to follow through to completion of the project or resolution of the problem or issue.
Responsibilities
- Provide training and technical assistance to rural utility operators.
- Work independently in the field to solve operation and maintenance problems.
- Respond to emergencies that threaten or impact community water and sewerage facilities.
- Conduct regional classroom training for area utility operators.
- Maintain an inventory of emergency repair equipment for loan to communities.
Requirements
- Valid Alaska Driver's License required.
- Ability to drive a lite pickup truck within six months of hire.
- Must obtain entry-level Water Treatment, Water Distribution, Wastewater Collection certifications (18 AAC 74).
- Willingness to travel by small plane, 4-wheeler, snowmachine, and boat.
- Ability to work in remote Alaska Village communities.
- Experience operating small handheld equipment such as Water/Sewer leak detection equipment, Electrical Tester, and portable power tools.
Benefits
- Flexible work schedule.
- Ample training opportunities.
- Opportunities for advancement.
- Generous benefits package.
