Entry Level Space Jobs in Alaska (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $30.40 - $32.51 Hourly
Location : Juneau
Job Type: Full-Time Seasonal
Job Number: 202600963
Department: Juneau International Airport
Division: Airfield Maintenance
Opening Date: 08/03/2026
Closing Date: 8/24/2026 4:30 PM Alaska
Position Number: 112014
Bargaining Unit: Marine Engineers Beneficial Association
Pay Range: 14
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Telework Availability: Not Available
Description
The Juneau International Airport is seeking a seasonal Equipment Operator to join the team!
This is the entry level of the Equipment Operator job class series requiring at least 2 years of equipment operation experience. You'll operate specialized maintenance and snow/ice control equipment to excavate, install, maintain, and repair airport facilities and roadways, and keep aircraft movement areas safe and operational through Juneau's winter conditions. This role is safety-critical and mission-driven, supporting reliable air service for the region.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The right fit for this position will have the following characteristics:
• Have a strong work ethic and desire to learn
• Are able to be polite and courteous to the public
• Are situationally aware and conscious of safety
• Motivated to perform high-quality work
• Can be available to work overtime during inclement weather
• Can be available for on-call responses to emergencies and other weather events
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Consistent, timely, and conscientious
THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM
At Juneau International Airport (JNU), you'll be part of a team that keeps Alaska's capital city connected to the world. Every day brings new challenges and rewarding experiences from maintaining airfield safety and supporting critical operations to helping shape the future of the airport through major projects. JNU offers professional growth in a fast-paced, FAA-regulated environment, the chance to make a real impact on the traveling public, and the opportunity to live and work in one of the most scenic and vibrant communities in Alaska.
WORKING HOURS AND LOCATION
This position involves shift work that includes days, nights, weekends, holidays, occasional overtime and being on-call. Additionally, this position also requires recalls to the airport for emergencies and weather events. The airport operates 24 hours per day year-round, and winter season staffing is 24/7. The winter operations schedule begins in late October and continues until March 31st.
Typical Responsibilities
The incumbent performs a combination of job functions that vary throughout the winter season. Employees work under general supervision, execute specific instructions and are completely responsible for the safe operation of heavy maintenance and snow removal equipment. Employees must apply appropriate guidelines, such as safe operating procedures, to the specific equipment used.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
Two (2) years of heavy equipment operation experience. Preferred experience includes: operating heavy and light motorized equipment including front-end loaders, backhoes, and dump trucks in hauling biosolid materials, the construction and/or maintenance of streets, roadways, utilities, airport runways, airport taxiways, airport ramps, and/or airport aprons, using hand and power tools, performing minor servicing of equipment and applying safety procedures.
Other:
Valid Class "B" State of Alaska Commercial Driver's License valid for vehicles equipped with air brakes at time of appointment and for continued employment.
Must pass a TSA-required security check per 49 CFR 1542 and 1544 and Airport Security Program. This will require an FBI fingerprint criminal history records check. Continued employment is contingent on ability to maintain a favorable security check.
OSHA Requirements: This position may also require attendance at and certification (as available) in CPR, First Aid, and Confined Space Entrant and/or attendant within 18 months of appointment.
*Initial appointment to all FMCSA positions requiring a CDL will be made conditionally pending (1) receipt of verified negative results of pre-employment testing for controlled substances and (2) passing a 3 year drug & alcohol testing background check with previous DOT employers. Employees must register with the FMCSA Clearinghouse and provide CBJ with paper and electronic consent for a full query of the driver's Clearinghouse record. Employee will then be subject to the City and Borough's drug-testing program.
Supplemental Information
Employment is subject to completion of a TSA Security Threat Assessment (STA) and a Criminal History Records Check (CHRC), including an FBI fingerprint-based background check, in accordance with 49 CFR Parts 1542 and 1544 and the Airport Security Program. Continued employment is contingent upon maintaining eligibility for unescorted access to secured areas of the airport.
HIRING MANAGER CONTACT INFO
Hiring Manager: Andres Delgado
Phone Number:907-321-3801
Email:
Please read the below information carefully to ensure your application submission meets all submittal requirements.
Education
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your education in your application, and you may be required to provide transcripts.
Work Experience
If you are using work experience to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your work experience in the application.
If your application does not support minimum qualifications, you may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
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EEO Statement
The City & Borough of Juneau complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call (907) 586-5250 or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973, or correspond with the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at employment@juneau.gov or 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, AK 99801. The City and Borough of Juneau is an equal opportunity employer.
Careers with the City & Borough of Juneau offer Many Benefits
The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the City & Borough of Juneau. Actual benefits received may differ based on position type and will be prorated for other than full time work.
Incumbents of Part-time Limited, Eaglecrest Limited, Short-term Temporary, Emergency and Intern positions are not eligible for the benefits described below.
Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
  • No cost employee only plan available
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance--$10,000 for employee, spouse & dependents
  • Additional optional coverage available
  • Travel protection & financial services offered as part of the Life Insurance coverage
• Optional group-based insurance premiums for
  • Term life with Accidental Death and Dismemberment (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
  • Short-term Disability
  • Accident Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
  • Employees are eligible for an employer funded Dependent Care Account (DCA) up to $5000.00 following 1 year of actively working.

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program, depending on your date of hire
• Option to enroll in the City & Borough of Juneau's Deferred Compensation Program with MissionSquare
  • Employer match available for participating PERS Tier IV employees
• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan & Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

For more information on health, retirement and optional benefits for eligible employees visit:
Paid Leave and Holidays

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
  • 21 days of PL within first year of employment
  • Personal leave includes Sick leave
• Thirteen paid holidays a year
• Six weeks Paid Parental Leave (to eligible employees)

Employee Wellness Program
The Employee Wellness Program assists employees in making choices that support their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. The program provides:

• An opportunity to earn a health insurance premium discount of $1300 per year
• An Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Pass Discounts to local and CBJ recreation facilities
• Health related webinars
• Office Ergonomic Assessments

For more information on the Employee Wellness Program visit .
Additional Perks

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer
• Parking passes or bus passes provided for employees working in the downtown offices
• Free passes to Parks & Recreation field house, ice arena, and swimming pools

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How many years of equipment operator experience do you have?

• No experience
• Between 1 and 2 years of experience
• Between 2 and 3 years of experience
• 3 or more years of experience

02
Are you available to work a flexible schedule that includes nights, weekends, holidays, varying shifts and/or respond to emergencies or weather events?

• Yes
• No

Required Question