Chevak Environmental Department

04/14/2026

There are three positions open for the Environmental Department.
1. Environmental Technician:
Successful applicant will provide support and assistance in completing the objectives of the Indian General Assistance Program (IGAP). Applicant must be willing to travel, work well with others in the office and community, especially in Solid Waste Activities, as well as work independently.

2. Landfill Operator AND Laborer:
Purpose of this position is to perform duties in support of the operation of the city landfill. Successful performance helps ensure a safe and well-regulated landfill. These positions work typically is performed outdoors, often in inclement weather; while standing, stooping, bending, walking, while frequently lifts light and heavy objects uses tools or equipment. These positions may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious disease, or irritating chemicals. The work requires the use of protective devises such as masks, goggles, or gloves.

More information in the position opening posts on this page.
Apply at Chevak TC or download and print applications from the www.chevaktc.gov page.

Any questions, please call us at 907-858-7827 or drop by.

Chevak Native Village, established in 1978 operating as the Chevak Traditional Council (CTC), is the governing body for the Cup’ik people of Chevak, Alaska. 

04/14/2026

Job Title: Environmental ASSISTANT/Technician Open Until: Filled
Reports To: Administration and Coordinator
Position Status: Part/Full Time Wage: DOE

Job Summary:
Successful applicant will provide support and assistance in completing the objectives of the Indian General Assistance Program (IGAP). Applicant must be willing to travel, work well with others in the office and community, especially in Solid Waste Activities, as well as work independently.

Essential Functions:
• Provide administrative support to the Environmental Coordinator and Tribal Administrator in development and implementation of the IGAP Environmental Department, including filing, general correspondence and meeting preparation.
• Support and assist in completing the goals of the IGPA workplan and budget.
• Assist in managing solid waste and backhaul activities, including working alongside with summer project crew and the City of Chevak; and recycling activities.
• Assist with community outreach efforts including recycling and environmental education.
• Attend and complete necessary trainings and workshops.
• Willingness and ability to do fieldwork, i.e. assisting in drone work, environmental sampling, permafrost assessments, air quality activities, brownfield work, backhaul activities, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Highschool diploma or GED equivalent or willing to obtain GED within (1) year of starting the position.
• Computer experience in Word, Exel and Publisher preferred.
• Mus be self-motivated and be able to work with little supervision.
• Ability to prioritize projects; skill in planning, organization, and decision making.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Knowledge of relevant environmental rules and regulations; department and city policies and federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Must be able to work well with others.

Pick up applications at Chevak TC or call us at 907-858-7827.

04/04/2026

Job Title: Temporary Fulltime Landfill Operator and Laborer
Open Until: Filled
Reports To: Administration and Coordinator
Wage: $25.00

Purpose of this position is to perform duties in support of the operation of the city landfill. Successful performance helps ensure a safe and well-regulated landfill. These positions work typically is performed outdoors, often in inclement weather; while standing, stooping, bending, walking, while frequently lifts light and heavy objects uses tools or equipment. These positions may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious disease, or irritating chemicals. The work requires the use of protective devises such as masks, goggles, or gloves.

Duties and responsibilities:
• Landfill Operator and Laborer will work with the TC’s Environmental Department and the City of Chevak’s utility workers on solid waste management, according to the BMP Manual and ADEC’s Chevak Landfill Inspection letter.
• Operator and Laborer will demonstrate a dumpster/transfer or collection program for the community with ATV and trailer.
• Operator and Laborer will help the Technician will reorganize the landfill of scattered waste sites.
• Will work with the City of Chevak’s staff in the operation/management of the landfill/dumpsite, including maintaining
• Operator and Laborer will establish a collection site for recyclables and salvageable items at or near the landfill; will also collect and prepare for shipment of hazardous material and solid waste, like lead-acid batteries and electronics.
• Operator and Laborer with driving an ATV to and from collection to the storage site of these materials, and other duties as assigned.
• Operator and Laborer will work with the TC’s Environmental Department with outreach activities, including conducting the annual clean up/green up.
• Operator and Laborer MUST attend and complete virtual trainings on solid and hazardous waste.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Highschool diploma or GED equivalent
• Knowledge of relevant environmental rules and regulations. Knowledge of the principles and practices of landfill operations.
• Must be self-motivated and be able to work with little supervision and ability to prioritize projects.
• Must be able to work well with other and have willingness to improve and protect the environment and human health. Ability to get things done.
• Skill in operation of landfill equipment.
• Certification of HAZWOP, required but not mandatory

Pick up applications at Chevak Traditional Council. Call 907-858-7827 for any questions

01/17/2026

During winter it gets hard to ship our flying cans/plastic bottles out (for recycling). So in this case, we ask that you hold off on bringing in your recyclables to tc. We will let you all know when we will start collecting them again. Any questions, call us at 907-858-7827. Quyana cakneq!

12/19/2025

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10/29/2025

08/15/2025

As we mentioned at the beginning, this is a trial demonstration. We wanted to see how it would work having these bins throughout the village. This project was made possible through the IGAP/Environmental Department funds. These funds are limited, which is why this trash/caged bin was a trial demonstration project. We are coming to an end for this service, which is on August 22, 2025.

So far, we've learned that it helped both the City/Tribe and the households of Chevak. These bins helped minimize the amount of trash being improperly thrown at the dumpsite. It’s convenient for everyone, instead of driving all the way to the dumpsite.

It also helped us to know how we need to manage this type of service. The workers for this project said that the main issues were loose trash and animal waste. Other improvements would be having good running vehicles and a good trailer to collect and throw the trash from the bins. We have yet to hear from the community about this project.

We’d like your feedback on this type of service. Please, let us know what you like or dislike about this. All your suggestions or recommendations, as well, are welcome! You can comment on here, give us a call at 907-858-7827, email us at [email protected], or message us.

Quyana cakneq!

06/03/2025

Clean up/ green up will start tomorrow at 1:30pm. Please spread the word. Text your friends and niece's and nephew's. Dress accordingly. Any questions, please call 907-858-7827. Quyana cakneq

05/29/2025

We are looking at June 4 or the 5th as the start date of the Community Clean Up/Green Up. This will also depend on the weather. Keep your ears open for any updates. Quyana cakneq!

05/29/2025

The Environmental Department hired landfill laborer's to conduct a demonstration project for this summer, 2025. This project is to help reduce the number of residents from entering the landfill and improperly disposing of waste. Among other activities, they will be hauling these bins every Friday, or sooner if needed.

We are asking that all the trash go directly into the bins. DO NOT DUMP HONEYBUCKETS INTO THESE BINS!!!

Parents, please, tell your kids not to play around these bins.

If you have any questions, please call us at 907-858-7827. Quyana!

09/06/2024

Message going out to the people of Chevak, Alaska:
Please throw away your trash all the way into the dumpsite. The Solid Waste laborers worked hard in cleaning up the front gate.

Parent's please advise your children to throw the trash all the way into the dumpsite.

Please remind anyone, everyone, your family to throw your trash all the way into the dumpsite. Help us keep the dumpsite properly managed.

Quyana cakneq!

08/21/2024

August 21, 2024
Chevak TC Environmental Dept is collecting vehicle batteries: Boat batteries, ATV batteries, snow machine batteries. These batteries cannot be damaged. The batteries collected will be backhauled to properly dispose of them. Give us a call at 907-858-7827 if you need the guys to pick them up or if you have any questions.

Quyana cakneq.