Heavy and Light Duty Mechanic - AIN

Olgoonik Corporation; Wainwright (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics service provider is seeking a skilled Vehicle Mechanic to perform diagnostics and repairs on both light and heavy-duty vehicles. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, repairs on hydraulic and electrical systems, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED, five years of relevant experience, and must be proficient with tools and diagnostic equipment. This position will work in challenging outdoor conditions in remote Alaskan locations.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• 5 years of general experience with 2 years in related fields.
• Experience with heavy equipment such as Volvo and CAT is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair light and heavy-duty vehicles.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on various vehicle systems.
• Submit purchase requests for parts as needed.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

5 years of experience (2 related)

CDL preferred

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Forklifts

Heavy equipment

Job description

Olgoonik is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview

Responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining heavy and light‑duty vehicles to ensure safe and reliable operation.

• Identify mechanical and electrical issues through operator feedback and diagnostic testing, determine extent of required repairs, and implement effective solutions.
• Perform preventive maintenance and major repairs on hydraulic systems, electrical systems, drivetrains, engines, transmissions, and fuel systems.
• Replace or rebuild worn or damaged components, including engine parts, carburetors, valves, and ignition systems.
• Submit purchase requests for required parts and maintain a safe work environment by adhering to established safety standards and procedures. Perform additional duties as assigned.

This position will work on a rotation basis out of the village of Wainwright, reporting to the Operations Manager.

Primary Responsibilities

• Submit purchase order requests for parts and materials as needed.
• Maintain a safe work environment by ensuring proper operation of vehicle safety devices and adhering to established safety standards and procedures.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on forklifts, stock selectors, and other vehicles, including hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and drivetrain overhauls.
• Diagnose mechanical issues, determine the scope of required repairs, and replace or repair defective components such as piston rings, bearings, valves, carburetors, transmissions, fuel injection systems, lighting, and ignition systems.
• Change and service batteries, including charging and refilling, and perform general maintenance on forklifts and related equipment.
• Inspect rental equipment upon check‑in and check‑out, ensuring accurate documentation and reporting of equipment condition.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• May supervise up to two part‑time shop helpers.

Education And/or Experience

• Must have a 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.
• In general, the work of the Motor Vehicle Mechanic requires rounded training and experience usually acquired through a formal apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Preferred candidate will have experience with numerous equipment model lines such as Volvo and CAT heavy equipment, Genie Lift, forklifts, skid‑steer, loaders, excavators, light‑duty fleet gasoline or diesel trucks.
• CDL preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Proficient with Microsoft Suite of products including Word, Excel, Access, and business e‑mail software.
• Demonstrate a good attitude and the ability to work as a member of a team.
• Self‑motivated and able to work effectively under a minimum of supervision.
• Multi‑task efficiently, work in a fast‑paced environment on multiple projects, and have strong attention for detail.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Must be a U.S. 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 50 pounds.

Work Environment

Projects will be in remote Alaskan locations and will include exposure to extreme temperatures. The work will be outdoors during the Arctic Spring. Anticipate working outdoors in extreme cold, high winds, rain or snow, and occasional mosquito swarms. Work may be performed near moving mechanical parts and/or vibration. Work may be required in areas with high noise levels, fumes, airborne particles, or electrical shock hazards.

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.