Antenna, Background Investigation, Bar Code Scanners, Bar Code Software, Certification & Accreditation Process (C&A), Computer Skills, Contract Requirements, Detail Oriented, Driver's License, Electronics, Emergency Services, Enterprise Architecture, Environmental Work, Equipment Rentals, Forklift, Government, Government Contracts, Government Requirements, Hazardous Materials/Substances, Help Desk, Inventory Cycle Counts, Inventory Management, Inventory Management Software, Inventory Transactions, Loading/Unloading, Logistics, Military, Mobile Plant/Equipment, Network Administration/Management, Network Support, Network System Hardware, Network Systems, Order Picking/Packing, Organizational Skills, Pallet Jack, Physical Demands, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Radio Frequency, Receiving Inspection, Reconciliation, Regulations, Safety/Work Safety, Shipping Documents, Software Design, Software Engineering, Spreadsheets, Systems Administration/Management, Team Player, Technical Support, Telecommunications, Telecommunications Equipment, Wireless Radio
About Arcticom, LLC
Arcticom, LLC provides network and systems administration, enterprise architecture and resource planning, certification and accreditation, software design, programming, maintenance of telecommunications and land mobile radio equipment and systems, help desk support and IT transformation services among other services.
About this position: Material Handler Location – Anchorage, AK
The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Applicants will be notified via phone or email within ten (10) business days of submittal.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Receive and inspect incoming shipments of radios, antennas, networking equipment, IT hardware, cabling, tools, and government-procured materials — check against purchase orders, packing slips, and specifications for damage, quantity, and quality.
- Load and unload trucks, vans, and deliveries using forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, or manual lifting.
- Pick, pull, kit, and stage materials for service calls, installations, deployments, or government contracts (e.g., preparing kits for Land Mobile Radio systems or ALMR network support).
- Put away and organize inventory, ensuring proper storage for sensitive electronics and easy retrieval.
- Perform shipping tasks — pack, label, and prepare outgoing shipments for field teams, customers, or military locations; create shipping documentation.
- Assist with inventory control tasks such as cycle counts, stock reconciliation, serial number tracking (critical for government/comms equipment), and report discrepancies or shortages.
- Support logistics by delivering or coordinating transport of equipment to job sites or technicians; assist with returns to vendors.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area; follow 5S principles and handle hazardous materials (e.g., batteries, electronics) per regulations.
- Document all transactions accurately in inventory systems or logs to support compliance with government contracting requirements.
- Assist with general shop tasks such as equipment preparation or rental radio inventory support.
Required (Minimum Necessary) Qualifications
- Education Requirements: High school diploma required.
- Level of Experience Requirements: 1+ years of material handling or warehouse experience.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record (for roles involving vehicle use).
- Ability to pass background checks (common for government-related work).
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics
- Ability to safely operate forklifts, reach trucks, electric/manual pallet jacks, and hand carts.
- Basic computer skills (email, spreadsheets, inventory databases) and familiarity with RF scanners or barcode systems.
- Strong attention to detail, reliability, and safety focus.
- Careful handling of delicate electronics, antennas, and communications gear.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced logistics environment.
Preferred
- Forklift certification (can be provided).
- Experience in telecommunications, IT hardware, or government contracting environments.
- Familiarity with inventory management software.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- This position will not have supervisory responsibilities.
DOT Covered/Safety-Sensitive Role Requirements
- This position is not subject to federal requirements regarding Department of Transportation “safety-sensitive” functions.
Necessary Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Employees must always maintain a constant state of mental alertness. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must be able to regularly lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 50+ lbs.
- Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach for extended periods.
- Must be able to operate material handling equipment and work in varying temperatures.
Work Environment
The work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Employees must always maintain a constant state of situational awareness. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Setting: Warehouse/office hybrid environment in Anchorage.
Schedule and Flexibility: Standard daytime hours with occasional flexibility required for urgent shipments or project support.
Other Pertinent Work Details: Emphasis on accuracy, security, and compliance due to mission-critical communications for military, government, emergency services, and commercial clients. Occasional exposure to cold climate conditions.
Additional Qualifying Factors
As a condition of employment, you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and have acceptable background check results. If applicable to the contract, you must also obtain and maintain the appropriate clearance levels required and must also be able to obtain access to military installations.
Shareholder Preference
BSNC gives hiring, promotion, training, and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, shareholder descendants and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job.
Bering Straits Native Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by state or federal law, or any other basis prohibited by law.