Job Description

Heavy Equipment Mechanic II

Job Summary

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic must have the ability to perform general maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting on various types of trucks and equipment, along with a general understanding of diesel engines, gas-powered engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and pumps. Knowledge of drilling rigs and equipment is preferred. In addition, flexibility with the ability to multi-task and prioritize, as well as organizational skills are required as there are a variety of requests made regularly to the Mechanic Team.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Review all repair request forms, make suggestions, obtain pricing, and discuss options with the Lead Mechanic if necessary, for completing the repair
• Complete repairs and maintenance as directed
• Complete paperwork for all repairs and maintenance and submit to the Lead Mechanic
• Perform 90 day and annual inspections on all drill rigs, trucks, trailers and other equipment. Complete the inspections in accordance with DOT regulations
• Inspect and diagnose physical conditions of equipment on a regular basis to ensure safety standards are met
• Requisition of materials, parts, and supplies
• Responsible for keeping rig and equipment in good working order and condition
• Use diagnostic equipment
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Performs all duties in compliance with standard safety practices, policies, procedures and government regulations
• Complete other duties and projects as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of DOT regulations
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds throughout the day
• Work overtime and various shifts (including weekends, as needed)
• Knowledge of power/hand tools and diagnostic equipment
• Read and understand manufacture repair manuals
• Computer competency

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2-5 years’ experience in related position
• Proof of mechanical training, classes, and certification

Working Conditions:

Physical demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk, use hands to finger, handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; bending or crouching; talk or hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. throughout the workday
• Bending or standing as necessary.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to indoor and outdoor weather conditions and other elements prevalent at the time. Field work often includes uneven and slippery outdoor surfaces.

The noise level in the work environment is typical of an open office environment. May be exposed to dust, fluctuation in inside temperatures and electro-magnetic radiation as in a computer screen.

This description is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to accurately reflect the activities and requirements of the position, but duties may be added, deleted, or modified, as necessary. This description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Review the Benefits associated with this position: https://www.sealaska.com/benefits/

Who is Sealaska? Established in 1972, Sealaska is the Alaska Native regional corporation for Southeast Alaska. Our 23,000 shareholders are Tlingit, Haida and Tsimshian people with more than 10,000 years of ancestral ties to the oceans, forests and communities of Southeast Alaska. We serve the twin goals of economic prosperity and environmental protection. Gregg Drilling, LLC is a subsidiary of Sealaska.

We are committed to providing the best possible climate for maximum development and goal achievement for all our employees. As a subsidiary of a Native-owned company, Gregg Drilling, LLC is proud to promote an inclusive and diverse workplace, with respect for the cultural traditions in the communities where we operate.

Gregg Drilling, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. However, preference may be extended to an enrolled member of a federally-recognized Indian Tribe.*

*“Indian Tribe” means an Indian Tribe, band, nation, or other organized group or community, including any Alaska Native village or regional or village corporation as defined in or established pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (85 Stat. 668; 43 U.S.C. 1601) which is recognized as eligible for the special programs and services provided by the United States to Indians because of their status as Indians.