Mechanic & Maintenance Technician – Trade the Ordinary Worksite for the Aleutians

Aleut • Adak, AK

8d • $32 • Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanic & Maintenance Technician maintains and repairs vehicles, equipment, machinery, building systems, and facilities across Aleut Ventures operations on Adak Island, Alaska. This is a generalist maintenance role spanning locations such as the Adak Inn, mechanical spaces, vehicles, equipment, and outdoor work areas. Work involves inspecting systems, diagnosing problems, completing repairs, and performing routine and preventive maintenance. The technician may also cross-train and assist other Aleut Ventures operations as part of Adak’s “One Team” model.

The position is based onsite in a remote island environment. The schedule is two weeks on and two weeks off, with flexibility to work longer rotations when operational requirements call for it. Employer-provided housing is available while working on Adak, and round-trip airfare between Anchorage and Adak is provided for the rotation. Candidates should be comfortable working independently and adapting to weather, logistics, and resource constraints.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of related mechanical, maintenance, facilities, or equipment-repair experience.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Completion of 40-hour HAZWOPER training.
• Valid Alaska driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) within six months of hire.
• Ability to successfully complete required background and motor vehicle record checks.
• Ability to work varying shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Comfort working independently in a remote environment where weather, logistics, and available resources may require flexibility and practical problem-solving.

Nice To Haves

• Five or more years of progressive diesel mechanic, automotive, equipment-maintenance, or related mechanical experience.
• Experience performing facilities maintenance across plumbing, electrical, HVAC, or general building systems.
• Prior military experience in maintenance, mechanics, engineering, logistics, facilities, transportation, or similar technical operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair building systems, equipment, machinery, and vehicles across Aleut Ventures operations on Adak.
• Perform general plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and facilities repairs at the Adak Inn and other assigned locations.
• Inspect equipment and building systems, identify problems, troubleshoot failures, and complete or recommend appropriate repairs.
• Perform preventive and routine maintenance on vehicles, engines, machinery, and facility systems.
• Diagnose vehicle and engine performance issues using appropriate tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Build, assemble, repair, clean, and lubricate machinery and components as needed.
• Respond to changing maintenance priorities across the island and resolve issues efficiently using available tools and resources.
• Cross-train in critical areas and assist other Aleut Ventures operations as needed, in addition to primary maintenance and repair work.

Benefits

• Employer-sponsored medical insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
• 100% employer-paid dental and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents.
• Employer-provided housing while working on Adak.
• Round-trip airfare between Anchorage and Adak for the rotation.
• 401(k) with employer matching up to 4%.
• 13 paid holidays.
• 7 days of paid time off granted at hire and annually.
• Company vehicle provided while onsite.

What This Job Offers

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