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Overview

UIC Oil & Gas Support (UICOGS) is seeking an experienced Heavy Duty Mechanic to maintain and repair heavy equipment, generators, and on-highway trucks supporting Arctic oilfield operations. The mechanic will be responsible for diagnosing, servicing, and overhauling equipment including Volvo loaders, John Deere and CAT machinery, diesel generators, Kenworth and Peterbilt semi-trucks, and specialized tundra vehicles. This role is critical to ensuring operational readiness and reliability in Prudhoe Bay’s extreme conditions.

Responsibilities

Essential functions will include:

+ Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair heavy equipment including Volvo loaders, John Deere graders/dozers, CAT excavators, and other construction/oilfield machinery.

+ Perform engine overhauls, transmission rebuilds, and major component replacements.

+ Service and maintain Kenworth and Peterbilt semi-trucks and trailers (brakes, driveline, suspension, hydraulics, electrical).

+ Maintain and repair diesel generators (standby and continuous duty), including electrical, fuel, and control systems.

+ Conduct electrical system diagnostics and repairs (wiring, alternators, starters, sensors, ECMs).

+ Perform preventative maintenance inspections and scheduled service on all heavy-duty fleet assets.

+ Use laptop-based and manufacturer-specific diagnostic software (Volvo VCADS, CAT ET, Cummins Insite, etc.).

+ Document service, repairs, and parts usage in digital/app-based fleet management systems.

+ Provide field support for breakdowns in remote Arctic locations, including on-site repairs during extreme weather.

+ Maintain shop safety, organization, and compliance with UICOGS, client, and OSHA standards.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Minimum 5 years of heavy-duty mechanic experience (oilfield or remote operations strongly preferred).

+ Strong hands-on experience with Volvo, John Deere, CAT equipment, diesel generators, Kenworth and Peterbilt semi-trucks.

+ Familiarity with PistenBully snowcats, Tucker SnoCats, and Sherp vehicles is a significant plus.

+ Demonstrated ability to perform engine overhauls and advanced electrical diagnostics.

+ Skilled in hydraulics, diesel fuel systems, driveline, and chassis repairs.

+ Ability to read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and service manuals.

+ Welding and fabrication skills a plus.

+ Valid driver’s license required; CDL Class A preferred.

+ Must pass DOT drug/alcohol screening and remain compliant.

+ Physically capable of lifting 100 lbs and working outdoors in –40°F Arctic conditions.

Work Schedule & Environment:

+ 3 weeks on / 3 weeks off rotation.

+ UICOGS covers flights between Anchorage (ANC) and Deadhorse (DH).

+ Minimum 12-hour shifts, 7 days per week while on rotation.

+ During rig moves and peak winter mobilizations, mechanics may be required to work 16–18 hour days.

+ Remote Arctic shop and field environment; meals and lodging provided.

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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

All candidates must apply online at www.uicalaska.com, and submit a completed application for all positions they wish to be considered. Once the employment application has been completed and submitted, any changes to the application after submission may not be reviewed. Please contact a UIC HR Recruiter if you have made a significant change to your application. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), persons unable to complete an online application should contact UIC Human Resources for assistance (https://uicalaska.com/careers/recruitment/).

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.

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**ID** _2025-24243_

**Category** _Logistics & Transportation_

**Location : Location** _US-AK-Deadhorse_

**Travel Requirement** _75% - 100%_