Heavy Equipment Operator - UIC Oil & Gas

UIC Alaska • Deadhorse, AK

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About The Position

UIC Oil & Gas is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to safely and efficiently operate heavy machinery in support of construction, excavation, and material handling operations. The operator works under the direction of the site superintendent and must follow safety regulations and operational standards. The work rotation is three weeks on and three weeks off through December 31, 2026, changing to six weeks on and two weeks off starting January 1, 2027.

The position involves operating bulldozers, shovels, excavators, loaders, and forklifts; conducting basic equipment inspections; and reporting maintenance or repair needs. Work takes place in varied weather and elevations, around construction equipment, personnel, and job-site hazards. The role requires substantial physical activity and the ability to operate equipment safely on uneven surfaces and in changing work environments.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain it.
• Proficiency operating a variety of equipment, including bulldozers, shovels, excavators, loaders, and forklifts.
• Skill operating basic construction equipment such as forklifts and loaders.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform duties and operate tools in strict compliance with OSHA regulations.
• Punctual and reliable work history.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Working knowledge of commercial construction practices.
• At least 5 years of related commercial construction experience.
• At least 3 years of prior work history as a heavy equipment operator.
• Good range of motion in the body and limbs, including ability to reach in all directions.
• Ability to handle and manipulate objects and materials and coordinate eyes, hands, feet, and fingers to perform tasks.
• Adequate visual and hearing skills to operate equipment safely and complete tasks.
• Ability to work at heights above 12 feet using ladders, scaffolding, or man lifts.
• Ability to perform extensive physical activity, including lifting, pushing, and pulling objects over 50 pounds.
• Ability to tolerate exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, outdoor weather, vibration, and constant body jarring when operating equipment on uneven surfaces.
• Ability to sit in equipment and safely reach all controls, pedals, switches, levers, and buttons necessary for operation.
• Ability to maintain adequate field of vision to monitor instruments, gauges, warning lights, windows, and mirrors while operating equipment.
• Ability to work in all types of weather and at various elevations.
• Ability to work around construction equipment, materials, communication equipment, tools, and people in the work area.
• Ability to tolerate possible exposure to bells, alarms, whistles, extreme cold, high noise levels, changing work environments, irregular or slippery surfaces, moving equipment, open excavations, temporary structures, and general construction hazards.

Nice To Haves

• CDL license.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment, including bulldozers, shovels, excavators, loaders, and forklifts.
• Perform equipment operation tasks as directed by the site superintendent.
• Follow safety protocols and operational guidelines while operating equipment.
• Conduct basic equipment inspections and report maintenance or repair needs.
• Assist with construction, excavation, and material handling activities as required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED