Heavy Equipment Technician Trainee - Career Path & FieldOps

Holland America-Princess (Holland America Dawson City Inn); Nuiqsut (AK); On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 52,349,000; Full time

Job summary

North Slope Borough is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic Trainee to service, diagnose and repair light to heavy equipment. The role includes routine maintenance, troubleshooting and major repairs, with on-site inspections and safety adherence.

The position offers a career ladder and requires obtaining ICS certifications, CPR/First Aid and OSHA-related trainings within probationary periods. Some travel to remote villages and non-traditional schedules may apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 12 years of education/experience alternative may apply.
• IS-100/200/700/800 ICS certifications required or obtainable within probationary period.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certifications required or obtainable within probationary period.
• RCRA training within probationary period and SPCC training within probationary period.
• HAZWOPER certification within probationary period and small quantity handler training within probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Daily inspections, fueling, fluid level checks, lighting and safety inspections of equipment.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance as scheduled.
• Repair electrical, drive train, suspension, engine, hydraulic and related systems.
• Troubleshoot drivability issues and perform repairs.
• Operate diagnostic tools and electric/air/hand tools; weld and fabricate as needed.
• Maintain records, work orders and reports; attend safety training.
• Travel to North Slope Borough villages and work non-traditional hours; on-call status possible.

Skills

Attention to safety

Procedural follow-through

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Electrical tools

Hand tools

Job description

North Slope Borough is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic Trainee to service, diagnose and repair light to heavy equipment. The role includes routine maintenance, troubleshooting and major repairs, with on-site inspections and safety adherence.

The position offers a career ladder and requires obtaining ICS certifications, CPR/First Aid and OSHA-related trainings within probationary periods. Some travel to remote villages and non-traditional schedules may apply.