Mechanic

calistacorp; Alaska; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nordic CalistaOn-Call is seeking an experienced diesel mechanic with a strong background in hydraulics, boiler and waste heat systems to work in an arctic field environment on rigs and camps.

The role requires independent problem solving under the Rig Manager and collaboration with the team to install or repair equipment during moves. A pre-employment drug screen and physical assessment are required.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ diesel mechanic experience with hydraulics, boiler and waste heat systems.
• Familiarity with assorted oilfield equipment and basic math; ability to read mechanical blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the rig manager regarding maintenance, repairs and planning ahead to avoid delays from equipment breakdowns.
• Inform rig management weekly (or more) on supplies, tools and parts in stock to ensure safe operations.
• Install and/or repair equipment during rig and camp moves.
• Specialize in hydraulics, glycol, waste heat, steam generation, and diesel engines.
• Provide assistance to electricians and welders as needed.
• Perform any other duties assigned.

Skills

Diesel engine maintenance

Hydraulics

Boiler systems

Waste heat systems

Reading blueprints

LOTO experience

Education

Diesel engine training certificate

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Nordic CalistaOn-Call

JOB SUMMARY

Extensive background in the mechanical field is imperative in order to perform the tasks assigned. The position requires the candidate to analyze problems by themselves because this position normally works alone.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Collaborate with the rig manager regarding maintenance, repairs and planning ahead in order to avoid the risk of delay caused by equipment breakdown.
• Responsible for informing rig manager weekly or more often what supplies, tools, and parts should be in stock and ensuring that they are readily available to ensure the safe operational level of the rig, camp, and vehicles that are assigned to the mechanic’s work site.
• Assigned to install and/or repair equipment during rig and camp moves.
• Specializes in the principles of hydraulics, glycol, waste heat, steam generation, and diesel engines.
• Must possess good mechanical aptitude and skills. Provide assistance to electrician and welder.
• Performs any other duties that may be assigned.

HSE Responsibilities

• Conducts job duties safely and in compliance with certification, experience, and Nordic’s HSE policies.
• Follows work permitting requirements.
• Assist rig management in identifying operational non-conformances at the work site.
• Reports any spills, un-safe work conditions, and work site hazards immediately.
• Assist in development and implementation of standard operating procedures.
• Assists in any internal audits as necessary.

SUPERVISORY FUNCTIONS

This position has no supervisory functions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Works under the direct supervision of the Rig Manager.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 5 years’ experience as a diesel mechanic with emphasis on hydraulics, boiler, and waste heat system. Formal diesel engine training preferred.
• Familiarity with assorted hand tools required. Must be functionally literate, able to read, write, and perform basic math.
• Familiarity with oilfield-related equipment, and procedures preferred.
• Experience with energy isolation (LOTO) to perform mechanical work on industrial equipment.
• Ability to read mechanical blueprints to supply required information for updating of drawings, sketches, or information on existing and replacement equipment.
• The employee must complete a pre-employment drug screen and physical function assessment.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Working outside in an arctic environment. Working on and around slippery surfaces. Working in high noise areas. Working with and around chemicals. Working around high pressure/heat piping and vessels.

PHYSICAL/VISUAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT

Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and spouses, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g) and Title 42 U.S. Code 2003-2(i).

EEO STATEMENT

Additionally, Nordic’s policy is to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship or other protected status. When applicable, Nordic’s policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

It is Calista Corporations business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.