Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanic - Kuparuk Field Support Services - Fleet Shop
Listed on 2026-06-19
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
JOB SUMMARY
The Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanic is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining heavy construction vehicles and equipment such as, but not limited to: rough terrain cranes, front-end loaders, bull dozers, excavators, forklifts, skid steers, trailers, vac‑trucks, super‑suckers, aerial lifts, dump trucks, motor graders, water‑trucks, and scrapers as well as non-mobile equipment such as heaters, light plants, and generators. This position may supervise apprentice workers engaged in vehicle and equipment repair work.
ESSENTIALDUTIES
- Inspect heavy vehicles and equipment to diagnose malfunctions.
- Proficient with CAT ET/Cummins INSITE/Volvo Prosis and Tech Tool.
- Proficient with emission after treatment, DEF dosing systems troubleshooting and repairs.
- Knowledge and experience with diesel EGR systems on class 8 truck and off-road equipment.
- Proficient in powertrain disassembling/assembling and failure analysis.
- Adjust, repair, and replace engines, fuel systems, hydraulic and electrical systems, brakes, suspension, steering, and transmissions.
- Disassemble and assemble vehicles and equipment parts using hoists, hand tools, pneumatic and electric tools, and instruments.
- Proficient with reading and understanding electrical and hydraulic schematics.
- Proficient at cutting and installation of equipment and vehicle glass.
- Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment, including lubrication and oil changes in accordance with maintenance schedules.
- Operate vehicles and equipment to diagnose and ensure operating efficiency.
- Clean and maintain equipment, tools, and the general work area.
- Prepare and maintain inventory of supplies and equipment.
- Supervise apprentice workers engaged in heavy vehicle and equipment repair work.
- Support AES zero‑incident safety culture and assume personal accountability and responsibility for safe work practices in all projects, activities, and operations.
- Other duties will be assigned to this position as needed.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
- A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
- A valid (U.S issued) Driver's License is required.
- A North Slope Training Cooperative (NSTC) safety training certification is required.
- The ability to work 84 hours a week on a 2x2 or 3x3 rotation is required.
- At least five (5) years of experience repairing heavy construction vehicles and equipment such as, but not limited to: rough terrain cranes, front-end loaders, bull dozers, excavators, forklifts, skid steers, trailers, vac‑trucks, super‑suckers, aerial lifts, dump trucks, motor graders, water‑trucks, and scrapers are required.
- Five (5) or more years of experience working as a Heavy‑Duty Equipment Mechanic in the Oil and Gas industry, on the North Slope, and/or in the Arctic environment is preferred.
- Five (5)–ten (10) years of experience working on Caterpillar and Volvo heavy equipment as well as Cummins engines is preferred.
- A valid (U.S issued, Alaska compliant) Class A CDL is preferred.
- A current DOT Medical Card is preferred.
We provide comprehensive medical coverage through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Plan (FEHB), as well as dental and vision insurance. Employees are eligible to participate in a 401(k) program with a company match of up to 4% and immediate vesting after just two pay periods. To further support employees and their households, we offer access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), along with a wide range of supplemental insurance options including voluntary life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, pet insurance, legal services, identity theft protection, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, and critical illness coverage.
We are also committed to professional development by providing tuition reimbursement opportunities and internal learning resources through our ASPIRE Academy.
While working on the North Slope of Alaska, your lodging and food will be provided to you. All camps provide warm meals and options to grab a quick lunch or snack from the spike rooms. Rooms vary from single status to shared rooms where your roommate…
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