Equipment Operator/Environmental Construction

Olgoonik is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview:

FPM Remediations, Inc. is seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Equipment Operator for a temporary full-time position with our environmental remediation construction team for projects in Alaska and other potential locations across the Contiguous US. The Equipment Operator will be responsible for operating heavy machinery, including skid steers, backhoes, front end loaders, and dump trucks, to support earthwork, utility installation, and other site development tasks. Work will be primarily in remote Alaska locations but may also require travel to other locations in the US. The duration of this position will cover the Alaska field work season from July through September 2025.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Operate construction equipment to perform tasks including trenching, excavation, backfilling, site grading, and utility installation.
• Load, haul, and distribute soil, aggregate, and construction materials using dump trucks and loaders.
• Conduct clearing and grubbing of disturbance areas in preparation for pipeline and vault installations.
• Maintain and operate within erosion and sedimentation controls in accordance with stormwater management best practices.
• Assist in construction of site infrastructure such as temporary access roads, laydown areas, and stormwater controls.
• Participate in daily safety briefings and comply with EM 385-1-1 safety standards and project-specific health and safety plans.
• Work under direction of project superintendent and coordinate activities with other trades and subcontractors.
• Inspect, maintain, and perform basic troubleshooting on assigned equipment.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• N/A

Education and/or Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of experience operating heavy construction equipment in civil/site development or environmental remediation projects.
• Demonstrated experience operating at least three of the following: skid steer, backhoe, front end loader, and dump truck.
• Training certifications or manufacturer/operator credentials relevant to equipment (e.g., OSHA 10/30, HAZWOPER, or specific operator cards).
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Experience working on federal or environmental remediation sites preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to work 10-hour days, Monday through Saturday, with work restricted to daylight hours unless otherwise approved.
• Availability for occasional work outside standard hours with 48-hour advance notice.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is preferred for operation of dump trucks and mobilization of equipment.

Security Clearance:

• Must pass pre-employment background check, drug screening, and health and safety training (including site-specific orientation).

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to be able to occasionally stand; walk; sit; use hands and/or fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; operate office equipment, reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment:

Work is performed at an active remediation site involving sensitive environmental systems and coordination with government personnel. Site activities are governed by TCEQ, USACE, and federal DoD standards for environmental protection, safety, and construction quality.

Compensation & Benefits:

• This is a full-time position that offers a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, vision and dental coverage plans, life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, a tuition reimbursement program, and paid sick leave, holidays and vacation.
• Competitive hourly rate commensurate with experience.
• Per diem or lodging assistance available for qualified non-local hires.

Olgoonik is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. As an Alaska Native corporation, Olgoonik provides hiring preference to Olgoonik shareholders, descendants, and their spouses to the extent allowed by law.