Dredge Operator - AMCC presso Ahtna Native Corporation

Summary

Should have a minimum of five (5) years’ experience operating hydraulic dredges with multiple boosters inline. Should have the ability to safely and effectively direct the production of day-to-day dredge operations with support from management.

The work site for this project is Blount Island, Jacksonville, FL.  The ideal candidate will live in the Jacksonville area.

The pay rate for this position is $35-$45/hour.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ability to operate precisely and safely in close proximity to others.
• Requires the ability to properly wear, use, and maintain personal respirator equipment and other forms of personal protective equipment (PPE) on HAZWOPER sites.
• Monitor job site for hazards and challenge unauthorized personnel on job site and maintain a safe working environment.
• Maintain constant awareness of surroundings including eye contact with ground personnel and recognize job site specific hazards.
• Possess good communication skills as well as take direction from environmental staff in all phases of field operations.
• Learn and follow safety regulations.
• Take actions to avoid potential hazards and obstructions, such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, and falling objects.
• Monitor operations to ensure that health and safety standards are met.
• Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by management. 

Supervisory Responsibilities

None at this Time

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years experience operating hydraulic dredges with multiple booster’s inline.
• Should have the ability to safely and effectively direct the production of day to day dredge operations with support from management.

Preferred Qualifications

• {Preferred education or equivalent experience}
• {Preferred technical skill(s)}
• Experience and knowledge of Alaska Native cultures

Shareholder Preference

Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Ahtna Native Corporation Shareholders, Descendants, and Spouses in all phases of employment.

Physical Demands

• With handling tools, equipment and other related components
• Reaching with hands and arms for items above and below sight level, talking, hearing, and seeing (up close, at a distance, along the periphery, with depth, color perception, and the ability to adjust focus); walking from place to place within the project location with occasional use of stairs and no elevator available; bending, pushing, pulling, and standing for up to 12 hours.
• Communication - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken and written word.
• Frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds such as small electrical components, equipment and other materials

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described in this job description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job.  Generally outdoors, may be subject to changes in temperature, weather conditions, and noise levels.

Work Schedule:   As project needs dictate