Heavy Equipment Mechanic Trainee – Field & On-Call

North Slope Borough, AK; Alaska; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Alcohol- and drug-free workplace

Job summary

North Slope Borough is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic Trainee to service, diagnose and repair light, medium and heavy duty equipment. The role includes minor and major repairs, engine work, drive trains, hydraulics and electrical systems, with opportunities to travel to borough villages.

The position emphasizes safety, routine maintenance, and documentation of work orders and inspections, with potential work on non-traditional schedules as needed.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates ability to service, diagnose and repair light, medium and heavy duty equipment.
• Perform minor and major repairs including engine and drive train work.
• Familiarity with hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Welding and fabrication as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections, fueling, fluids checks, safety inspections of equipment.
• Schedule and perform routine preventive maintenance.
• Troubleshoot drivability problems and repair equipment.
• Operate diagnostic tools and electrical, air and hand tools.
• Maintain records, work orders and daily/monthly reports.
• Travel to and work within North Slope Borough villages.

Skills

Diagnostics

Repair

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Engine overhauls

Drive train

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Welding equipment

Hand tools

Job description

North Slope Borough is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic Trainee to service, diagnose and repair light, medium and heavy duty equipment. The role includes minor and major repairs, engine work, drive trains, hydraulics and electrical systems, with opportunities to travel to borough villages.

The position emphasizes safety, routine maintenance, and documentation of work orders and inspections, with potential work on non-traditional schedules as needed.