Heavy Equipment Mechanic – AK Remote

Olgoonik is an Equal Opportunity Employer Overview: A Heavy Equipment Mechanic is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing large machinery used in oilfield, construction, mining, agriculture, and other industries. These duties will be performed in extreme conditions at times. Equipment examples are steiger’s, tuckers, piston bullies, man lifts, bulldozers, cranes, excavators, loaders, skid steers and more.

Primary Responsibilities: Schedule, and oversee routine maintenance, including engine oil changes, brake inspections, tire changes, hydraulic and transmission fluid checks/replacement, and coolant/antifreeze checks. Inspect, service, and repair safety features specific to the heavy equipment. Troubleshoot and repair various electrical, hydraulic, fuel and other equipment systems, routine maintenance and avoid disruptions and downtime.

Inspect different parts of the equipment daily, weekly, and monthly to detect potential issues early on. Inspect, Diagnose and Service equipment and specific features and systems. Work with in-house or contract with technicians to complete the maintenance or repair tasks on schedule. Maintains a safe work environment by verifying vehicle safety device operation, following standards and procedures.

Diagnosing the source of trouble and determining the extent of repairs required; replacing worn or broken parts such as piston rings, bearings, or other engine parts; grinding and adjusting valves; rebuilding carburetors; overhauling transmissions; and repairing fuel injections, lighting, and ignition systems. Operate Heavy equipment as directed on certain remote projects.

Other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities: There are no supervisory responsibilities associated with the position.

Education

Must have High School Diploma or GED (May substitute experience for education on a year-by-year basis). Equivalent training/ experience, and five years of general experience of which two years must be related experience are required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must be able to demonstrate a good attitude and an ability to work as a member of a team.

Position requires self-motivation and the ability to work effectively under a minimum of supervision. Must be able to multi-task efficiently, work in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects, and have a strong attention for detail. Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Valid Driver’s License.

Must be a US Citizen. Security Clearance: N/A Physical Demands: 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to be able to occasionally stand; walk; sit; use hands and/or fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; operate office equipment, reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment: This position is based out of Anchorage or Wasilla. Works in the yard, a shop/warehouse environment as well as remote oilfield projects. Work involves repetitive motions and standing for long periods of time. Work is of a physical nature and requires the incumbent be able to lift 50 lbs. overhead and/or repetitively.

Outside work in hot and cold or wet weather is occasionally required. Olgoonik is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

As an Alaska Native corporation, Olgoonik provides hiring preference to Olgoonik shareholders, descendants, and their spouses to the extent allowed by law.