Alaska Mobile Equipment Mechanic Apprentice - Rotating Camp

Northern Star Pogo LLC; Delta Junction (AK); On-site; USD 51,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Insurance

401k

Paid leave

Job summary

Northern Star Pogo LLC in Delta Junction, AK is seeking a Heavy Duty Mine Mechanic Apprentice to learn hands-on repair and maintenance of mobile heavy equipment on a rotating camp schedule.

The role combines site-based work with coursework through the UAF Diesel/Heavy Equipment Program, while remaining a full-time employee and attending classes. You will work 2 weeks on, 1 week off, with training in diagnostics, parts identification, safety, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Willing to enroll in the UAF Diesel/Heavy Equipment program or equivalent.
• Ability to perform diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs with standard tools.
• Demonstrates safety awareness and compliance with permitting processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with diagnostics, breakdowns, and PMs in a safe and timely manner.
• Learn workmanship to meet standards, tolerances and testing before handover.
• Identify correct parts and equipment for planned and unplanned jobs.
• Attend daily pre-start meetings for effective communication.
• Record maintenance history and prepare handover documentation.

Skills

Diagnostics

Parts identification

Safety

Teamwork

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Northern Star Pogo LLC in Delta Junction, AK is seeking a Heavy Duty Mine Mechanic Apprentice to learn hands-on repair and maintenance of mobile heavy equipment on a rotating camp schedule.

The role combines site-based work with coursework through the UAF Diesel/Heavy Equipment Program, while remaining a full-time employee and attending classes. You will work 2 weeks on, 1 week off, with training in diagnostics, parts identification, safety, and documentation.