About this opportunity
Northern Star Pogo LLC lists this Heavy Duty Mine Mechanic - Apprentice opportunity in delta junction, Alaska. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
As an ASX 50 global-scale gold miner, we have sizeable operations in Western Australia and Alaska. With unparalleled pathways for advancement and avenues for personal growth, we stand as a premier gold employer. At Northern Star, we live by our STARR Core Values of Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Respect and Results. Due to growth and expansion, Northern Star (Pogo) LLC have a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a Mobile Equipment Mechanic Apprentice at our world-class Pogo operation in Alaska on a rotational camp schedule. This position is a combination of site based work and attending classes at the University of Alaska Fairbanks during in conjunction with the UAF Diesel/Heavy Equipment Program. Be a full time employee with Pogo Mine while attending courses at UAF and working in site!
Vibrant hub of activity on site, with the ability to be part of successful and productive team
Permanent position and extended mine-life offering job security.
Excellent remuneration package with bonuses, insurances, 401k and paid leave.
The Mobile Maintenance Mechanic Apprentice reports to the Mobile Maintenance Leading Hand, and the primary role is to acquire knowledge and skills repairing and maintaining mobile heavy equipment by using hand tools, power tools and diagnostic equipment.
Learn the workmanship by meeting standards, tolerances and testing of equipment prior to handover.
Assist with identifying correct parts and equipment for all planned and unplanned jobs, as necessary.
Assist with written and verbal handover for incoming crews regarding maintenance plans and issues.
Assist in organizing all permits as required (e.g. isolations, confined space and hot work permits).
Assist in highlighting equipment defects and issues effectively.
Learn cost management, how to avoid rework and the unnecessary use of parts/services.
Assist with documentation and submitting prior to the end of shift.
Maintain a high standard of housekeeping in all work areas.
When not attending courses in Fairbanks, youll be working a 2 week on 1 week off schedule of rotating days and nights, up to 12 hours a day or more at a remote campsite. Employees are required to stay on site at the company provided camp during the work rotation. Camp facilities provide dining service, games room, exercise & weight room, sauna, and accommodation rooms. Dormitory rooms have a land line phone, great Wi-Fi & cable TV. The Company provides a bus service to and from Fairbanks, Delta Junction and Tok, Alaska.
Northern Star actively supports and contributes to the local community in which we operate. We are a proud supporter of the Veterans Employment Commitment and recognize the advantage of a diversified workplace including diversity of gender, thought, experience, and ethnicity. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and strive for workplace excellence.
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Shortlisting for this role will begin immediately.
Candidates living in the Fairbanks North Star Borough, Delta and Tok regions only will be given consideration.
Due to the large volume of applications, only applicants who are shortlisted will be contacted.
International Sponsorship is unavailable for this role.
Who can apply
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