Alaska Native Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

This is an evergreen position, meaning we accept applications year-round and review them on a rolling basis as new opportunities become available.

Why choose us?

As a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice, we're part of a family of 20+ companies tackling tough construction, environmental, and technical challenges. Working at a Calista Brice company means joining a team where cultural values and practical innovation come together to create meaningful impact. You'll experience the stability of a large organization while enjoying the tight-knit community and entrepreneurial spirit of a smaller company, with opportunities to grow your career across our diverse family of businesses.

Calista Brice is owned by Calista Corporation, an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) established under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971. ANCs were created to support economic development and self-determination for Alaska's Indigenous peoples. Our work directly contributes to advancing the social, cultural, and economic welfare of over 35,000 Alaska Natives in the Calista Region.

What does Brice Construction & Design LLC do?

Brice Construction & Design thrives on challenging earthwork, civil construction, and marine projects that require innovative approaches. Our portfolio includes high-profile projects like saltwater mitigation efforts on major waterways and coastal protection systems that safeguard communities, giving you exposure to engineering challenges that push conventional boundaries. You'll develop problem-solving abilities and technical skills working alongside experienced pros who know how to deliver results when standard solutions won't work.

Brice Construction & Design is a proud subsidiary of Calista Brice, a group of 20+ companies delivering construction, engineering, and environmental solutions across the United States.

What can you expect?

As the Off-Road Truck Driver, you will work onsite in Houston, TX and surrounding areas and you will be responsible to operate heavy equipment such as an articulating rock truck, water truck, and FOG/Mechanics truck, and other heavy equipment with dump body to transport and dump materials safely and efficiently at the project site. The Off-Road Truck Driver will move dirt/earth to specified locations using assigned off-road truck and/or other equipment necessary for the project. Commitment to workplace safety is a must.

How will you do it?

• Perform daily end dump truck operations including operating/driving the dump.
• Secure loads correctly and within load limits to safely transport with miscellaneous trailers.
• Required to keep accurate truck count of loads hauled and dumped and report loads to site engineer daily.
• Perform truck and equipment inspections and preventative maintenance as required to ensure safe and continual service of equipment.
• Perform greasing on specific high wear parts through the course of the day, depending on the truck usage.
• Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Communicate well over the phone and/or radio.
• Follow and comply with all site equipment signs and traffic regulations laid out by project management.
• Comply with all safety requirements and participate in safety meetings.
• Stay focused and complete tasks, safely and efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Ensure company equipment is stored in a safe manner.
• Coordinate machine actions with crew members using hand or audio signals.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• All around knowledge of materials, terms, and practices in construction field.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment utilized to perform functions in a safe and efficient manner.
• Knowledge of safe and responsible operation of tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of basic vehicle and equipment inspection procedures, maintenance, and repairs.
• Skill in inspecting equipment for safety and maintenance purposes.
• Math skills to include adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing in all units of measurement, including common fractions, whole numbers, and decimals.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Able to follow instructions, respond to directions, and be accountable for own actions.
• Ability to observe safety and security procedures; determine appropriate action beyond guidelines; report potentially unsafe conditions; use equipment and materials properly.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to work in a team environment, take direction from supervisor(s), high degree of attention to details, follow work rules, and adhere to work schedule.
• Ability to prioritize as directed and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Strong self-motivation and work ethic; ability to work without direct supervision.

Who is Brice Construction & Design LLC looking for?

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Three (3) years of aggregate materials hauling experience required.
• Valid state driver's license and qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of the Company's Driving Policy.
• Ability to pass drug and background screening.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Mining truck operator experience preferred.
• End-dump and articulating truck experience preferred.
• Valid Class B driver's license preferred.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The noise level and working conditions are consistent with those of typical construction jobs. Adaptability regarding schedule and design changes, and occasional overtime for immediate field support may be necessary. May work weekends and holidays, as required by client and Project Superintendent.

More reasons you will love working with Brice Construction & Design LLC:

• Competitive wages and bonus programs - We believe in developing our employees to progressively advance in their careers. We achieve this by providing you with annual performance reviews with recommendations on training to achieve your goals.
• Mentorship Program designed for employees to formalize a working relationship between seasoned professionals and young professionals to develop specific areas of knowledge to grow their careers within the family of companies.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Safety Gear Allowance: $350.00 in reimbursement annually
• Health insurance through the Federal Employee Benefit Program (FEHB) with many plans to choose from with ridiculously low employee premiums.
• FSA health care and/or dependent care/HSA with HDHP.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
• Company paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and LTD.
• Voluntary paid Life Insurance and AD&D as well as STD, Accident, Cancer/Critical illness, and Whole Life Insurance.

• Paid time off is based on an employee working 2080 regular hours per year [40 hours per week]. May increase per years of service with the Company in eligible status.

• 0-2 years 15 days
• 3-5 years 23 days
• 6-9 years 27 days
• 10-14 years 30 days
• 15-19 years 33 days
• 20 or more years 37.5 days
• 10 Regular Holidays, 1 Bonus - Work Anniversary "Floating" Holiday. Eligible after 1 year of service, must be taken within the calendar year.
• 401(K) match at $0.50 on the dollar up to 6% of your contribution.

*Benefits may vary based on status of position and subject to associated plan eligibility provisions, or company handbook. For questions, please email the Human Resources Department at recruitment@calistabrice.com

How do you apply?

Please visit our careers page at www.calistabrice.com/open-positions and use the Company tab to filter by subsidiary company.

You have questions, or need assistance with applicant accommodation, how do you reach a recruiter from Brice Construction & Design LLC? Simply reach out to recruitment@calistabrice.com

As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.

Join us and let's get started!

For the full job description including physical and environmental demands please reach out to recruitment@calistabrice.com

PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.