Roads and Pads Equipment Operator (Rotational Schedule) - Prudhoe Bay, AK

This is a remote/ rotational position, working three weeks on and three weeks off, in Prudhoe Bay, AK. The typical schedule is 84 hours per week (40 hours straight time and a minimum of 44 hours at time and a half). All meals and lodging are provided by Worley while the employee is on location. Transportation between Anchorage and Prudhoe Bay is provided.

Worley offers a competitive benefits package, with company paid short-term disability, life insurance, and 4.5% employer match on 401k.

Job Purpose:

The Roads and Pads Operator (levels 1-4) will operate a wide range of heavy industrial equipment including, but not limited to graders, loaders, snowblowers, maxi hauls, dozers, excavators and tankers in support of the Greater Prudhoe Bay road and pad systems. Operators will be required to safely perform pad lifts, roll and level road systems and pads, remove snow from pads, roads and pipeline access roads. Load and unload materials and supplies on the job site daily. This position will require a Class A CDL. Unique and specific job responsibilities for each level is detailed in the knowledge, skills, and abilities section.  

Essential Job Functions:

• Complete DOT pre- and post-trip inspections of trucks/trailers/heavy equipment prior to use, which includes checking the oil, fuel, general and visual inspection of the entire chassis (depending on type of each equipment being operated) windshield, mirrors, blade, tracks, wheel rims, thumping each tire and lug nuts.
• Complete a job specific task hazard assessment (Pre-Task Safety Plan) prior to starting any job.
• Notify lead/dispatch of any recognized faulty equipment and red tag for repair.
• Adhere to all North slope client and Worley’s health, safety and environment policies and procedures at all times.
• Safely secure all loads in accordance with DOT and company policies and best practices.
• Safely drive equipment to dispatched locations.
• Maintain equipment in good/clean working order.
• Maintain communications with dispatch and clients.
• Attend all toolbox and safety meetings.
• Safely climb ladders of various heights.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (Level 4 Operator):

• Operator will be responsible for year-round roads and pads maintenance, civil project completion, and other duties as needed.
• Highly skilled and competent in the operation of at least five different pieces of equipment utilized in road maintenance and civil work.
• Four (4) or more years of experience, with 5,000 documented hours or equivalent.
• Safely operate equipment to remove snow from pads and access roads.
• This position may supervise and coordinate the work of other equipment operators and crew members.
• Knowledge of the functional operation, purpose, capabilities, and limitations of any piece of equipment qualified to operate.
• Ability to read and understand the results and what each gauge signifies on each piece of equipment being operated.
• Ability to read and understand job descriptions, safety/technical manuals, procedures, maps, permits, JSA’s (Job Safety Analysis), task hazard assessment cards (Pre- Task Safety Plan), safety/warning signs and demonstrate competency, either oral or written, as required.
• Must display sufficient oral communication skills to be able to give and receive emergency instructions, oral safety warnings, instructions, and task assignments.
• Ability to complete a task hazard awareness assessment and administer mitigation.
• Ability to safely drive, back and operate heavy industrial equipment in congested areas and in severe weather conditions.
• Knowledge of standard DOT regulations.
• Must be able to follow all company, client, safety, and regulatory requirements, including, but not limited to, policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines as they relate to this position and the work duties being performed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (Level 3 Operator):

• Operator will be responsible for year-round road and pad maintenance, civil project completion, and other duties as needed.
• Advanced skills and competent in the operation of at least four different pieces of equipment utilized in road maintenance and civil work.
• Two to four (2-4) years of experience, 3000 documented hours or equivalent.
• Safely operate equipment to remove snow from pads and access roads.
• This position may supervise and coordinate the work of other equipment operators and crew members.
• Knowledge of the functional operation, purpose, capabilities, and limitations of any piece of equipment qualified to operate.
• Ability to read and understand the results and what each gauge signifies on each piece of equipment being operated.
• Ability to read and understand job descriptions, safety/technical manuals, procedures, maps, permits, JSA’s (Job Safety Analysis), task hazard assessment cards (Pre-Task Safety Plan), safety/warning signs and demonstrate competency, either oral or written, as required.
• Must display sufficient oral communication skills to be able to give and receive emergency instructions, oral safety warnings, instructions, and task assignments.
• Ability to complete a task hazard awareness assessment and administer mitigation.
• Ability to safely drive, back and operate heavy industrial equipment in congested areas and in severe weather conditions.
• Knowledge of standard DOT regulations.
• Must be able to follow all company, client, safety, and regulatory requirements, including, but not limited to, policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines as they relate to this position and the work duties being performed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (Level 1&2 Operator)

• Operator will be responsible for year-round road and pad maintenance, civil project completion, and other duties as needed.
• Medium Skilled, Competent in the operation of a front-end loader and various tractor trailer combinations utilized in road maintenance and civil work.
• Two (2) years minimum experience, 1500 hours documented hours or equivalent.
• Safely operate equipment to remove snow from pads and access roads.
• Knowledge of the functional operation, purpose, capabilities, and limitations of any piece of equipment qualified to operate.
• Ability to read and understand the results and what each gauge signifies on each piece of equipment being operated.
• Ability to read and understand job descriptions, safety/technical manuals, procedures, maps, permits, JSA’s (Job Safety Analysis), task hazard assessment cards (Pre-Task Safety Plan), safety/warning signs and demonstrate competency, either oral or written, as required.
• Must display sufficient oral communication skills to be able to give and receive emergency instructions, oral safety warnings, instructions, and task assignments.
• Ability to complete a task hazard awareness assessment and administer mitigation.
• Ability to safely drive, back and operate heavy industrial equipment in congested areas and in severe weather conditions.
• Knowledge of standard DOT regulations.
• Must be able to follow all company, client, safety, and regulatory requirements, including, but not limited to, policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines as they relate to this position and the work duties being performed.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

Work is performed in a remote Arctic environment with limited medical resources. Candidate understands the site is approximately 840 miles (at least 4 hours by air ambulance) from surgical, specialist, and tertiary medical care, and where medical evacuation from this location may be significantly delayed due to weather conditions. 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. While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is required to: 

·       Must have ability to stand, walk on level, uneven and slippery surfaces, sit, squat, kneel, crawl, reach through low and high ranges, work overhead, and exhibit normal balance and coordination. These basic physical requirements are essential for safe performance of the job in harsh environments with exposure to very cold temperatures and while wearing arctic gear.

·       Standing for prolonged periods of time.

·       Driving for prolonged periods of time in the dark and inclement weather

·       Ability to climb scaffold, ramps, stairs, equipment, portable ladders, and/or wellhouse/tank/facility fixed ladders of 20 feet or greater.

·       Ability to wear and utilize fall protection within manufacturer specifications.

·       Lift 50 lbs. from floor to waist with two hands.

·       Lift 50 lbs. from floor to shoulder with two hands.

·       Carry 50 lbs. for 15 feet with two hands.

·       Push/pull 60 lbs. sled for 20 feet.

·       Push/pull 90 lbs. cart for 20 feet. 

This job description is intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of the job incumbents.  Worley provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, including both applicants and employees, to allow the individual to perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would create an undue hardship