Arctic Heavy Equipment Operator - FIFO with Accommodations

Energy Job Shop; Alaska; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Arctic environment

Heavy equipment training

Job summary

Fairweather, LLC seeks Maintenance Technicians for its DAC facilities in Prudhoe Bay, Alaska. You will perform maintenance, repairs, and operational support in a remote Arctic environment, supporting aircraft operations and facility upkeep.

Ideal candidates are technically skilled, safety-focused, and capable of working independently on a rotational 12-hour shift, with required PPE and potential for night work. Accommodations are provided for this remote posting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or trade school certification.
• 3–5 years of maintenance, construction, airport operations, or FBO support experience.
• Current Alaska Driver’s License.
• Ability to obtain AOA & SIDA security clearances (10-year background).
• Must pass criminal history background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
• Lift up to 50 lbs routinely and up to 75 lbs.
• Work long 12-hour shifts in a rotational schedule, including occasional night work.
• Operate heavy equipment and machinery safely.
• Wear required PPE, including cold-weather survival gear.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of maintenance, repair, and operational support duties in a remote Arctic environment.
• Support aircraft operations and facility upkeep.
• Maintain safety and equipment readiness in challenging conditions.
• Collaborate with team to ensure DAC facility reliability and punctual operations.

Skills

Safety-focused

Independent worker

Heavy equipment operation

Education

High school diploma, GED or trade cert

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Fairweather, LLC seeks Maintenance Technicians for its DAC facilities in Prudhoe Bay, Alaska. You will perform maintenance, repairs, and operational support in a remote Arctic environment, supporting aircraft operations and facility upkeep.

Ideal candidates are technically skilled, safety-focused, and capable of working independently on a rotational 12-hour shift, with required PPE and potential for night work. Accommodations are provided for this remote posting.