Heavy Equipment Field Tech

Longhorn Energy and Transportation; Ketchikan (AK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodations provided during travel

Meals provided during travel

Overtime opportunities

401(k) PTO

Job summary

Longhorn Energy and Transportation is seeking a Field Technician to travel to mining sites across Alaska to service Sandvik Rock Drills and Mobile Crushing Equipment. You will work independently in remote, challenging conditions, including cold and weather.

The role offers an hourly wage of $40–$50 with overtime, accommodations and meals provided during travel, and the chance to operate in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience as a Field Technician or Heavy Equipment Mechanic.
• Proficiency with Sandvik Rock Drills and Mobile Crushing Equipment.
• Capability to work independently in remote and demanding conditions.
• Readiness to travel extensively.
• Based in Juneau or Anchorage, AK preferred; those with easy airport access in the lower 48 states considered.

Responsibilities

• Travel extensively to remote locations in Alaska.
• Conduct maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting on Sandvik Rock Drills and Mobile Crushing Equipment.
• Ensure optimal performance of equipment to reduce downtime.
• Comply with safety standards while operating in harsh environments.

Skills

Field Technician experience

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Sandvik Rock Drills

Mobile Crushing Equipment

Remote work capability

Willing to travel extensively

AK-based preference

Tools

Sandvik Rock Drills

Mobile Crushing Equipment

Job description

We are in search of a skilled Field Technician to become a part of our team. This position involves traveling to various mining sites and rural areas throughout Alaska—including Kensington Mine, Green's Creek Mine, Manh Choh Mine, and Prudhoe Bay—to service and repair Sandvik Rock Drills and Mobile Crushing Equipment. The role necessitates the ability to work independently under challenging conditions that may include cold, wind, rain, and snow.

Key Responsibilities

• Travel extensively to remote locations in Alaska
• Conduct maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting on Sandvik Rock Drills and Mobile Crushing Equipment
• Ensure optimal performance of equipment to reduce downtime
• Comply with safety standards while operating in harsh environments

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience as a Field Technician or Heavy Equipment Mechanic
• Proficiency with Sandvik Rock Drills and Mobile Crushing Equipment
• Capability to work independently in remote and demanding conditions
• Readiness to travel extensively
• Preference for candidates based in Juneau or Anchorage, AK; those with convenient airport access in the lower 48 states will also be considered

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Field Technician or Heavy Equipment Mechanic
• Expertise with Sandvik Rock Drills and Mobile Crushing Equipment
• Ability to work independently in remote and challenging conditions
• Willingness to travel extensively
• Based in Juneau or Anchorage, AK preferred; candidates with easy airport access in the lower 48 states considered

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage between $40-50 per hour plenty of OT
• Accommodations and meals provided during travel
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and unique environment
• M,D,V 401k PTO