Creative Operations Coordinator Jobs in Alaska (NOW HIRING)

This position provides engineering and/or discipline support for various projects by researching, specifying, developing, designing, engineering, or testing components, equipment and/or systems.

• Researches and analyzes data such as client design proposals, specifications, and manuals to determine feasibility of design or application.
• Works with clients to develop a project’s scope of work, estimates, and/or schedules.
• Reviews and approves project drawings, standards and specifications.
• Develops major equipment and material selection, and construction specifications.
• Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks.
• Ensures that all assigned activities and operations comply with applicable codes, regulations and laws.
• Provides support during fabrication and installation phases to ensure engineering documents are followed.
• Coordinates activities with other project disciplines involved in fabrication, operation, application, and installation or repair of various materials, products or systems.
• Provides technical support and information to other engineers, designers and drafters.
• Consistently demonstrates professional skills in structuring assigned activities, creativity, teamwork, communications, operational efficiencies, and analyzing and solving problems.
• Analyzes reports, maps, drawings, tests, and aerial photographs on soil composition, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and other topographical and geologic data to plan and design project.
• Calculates cost and determines feasibility of project based on analysis of collected data.
• Prepares or directs preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules and designs for project.
• Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from an accredited institution; current students may be considered for part-time or temporary employment after completing 3 years of an accredited engineering degree program.
• A strong desire to learn in a flexible environment

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of managers, client, or employees of organization.

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written oral, diagram or schedule form.

To perform this job successfully, an individual should be proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, and the most recent version of AutoCAD design software.

No certifications required.

This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities, although the individual may be asked to lead a functional work group or direct the work functions of others including drafters, designers.

• Synthesizes complex or diverse information
• Collects and researches data
• Uses intuition and experience to complement data
• Designs workflows and procedures

• Generates creative solutions
• Translates concepts and information into images
• Uses feedback to modify designs
• Applies design principles
• Demonstrates attention to detail

• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner
• Gathers and analyzes information skillfully
• Develops alternative solutions
• Works well in group problem solving situations
• Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics

• Assesses own strengths and weaknesses
• Pursues training and development opportunities
• Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills
• Shares expertise with others

• Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming
• Maintains confidentiality
• Listens to others without interrupting
• Keeps emotions under control
• Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things

• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations
• Listens and gets clarification
• Responds well to questions
• Demonstrates group presentation skills
• Participates in meetings

• Balances team and individual responsibilities
• Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views
• Gives and welcomes feedback
• Contributes to building a positive team spirit
• Puts success of team above own interests
• Able to build moral and group commitments to goals and objectives
• Supports others’ efforts to succeed
• Recognizes accomplishments of other team members

• Writes clearly and informatively
• Edits work for spelling and grammar
• Varies writing style to meet needs
• Presents numerical data effectively
• Able to read and interpret written information

• Develops strategies to achieve long-term success

Observes safety and security procedures

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing 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 occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and work in high, precarious places while working in the field. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet, although fieldwork is sometimes moderately noisy.

Must be willing to travel overnight (or longer) to remote work locations.

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 frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.