UGM Mobile Maintenance Mechanic Apprentice

Northern Star Pogo LLC • Delta Junction, AK

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Northern Star (Pogo) LLC is seeking a Mobile Equipment Mechanic Apprentice for their Pogo operation in Alaska. This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity that combines full-time employment with Pogo Mine, attending classes at the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) for the Diesel/Heavy Equipment Program, and working on-site. Northern Star is a global-scale gold miner and the largest Australian gold producer, offering significant opportunities for advancement and personal growth. The company emphasizes its STARR Core Values: Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Respect, and Results, which are integral to its culture.

Requirements

• Must be a full-time employee with Pogo Mine while attending courses at UAF and working on site.
• Must be able to work 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.
• Must be able to work in extreme conditions, including but not limited to extreme and changing weather conditions, dust, mud, varying levels of noise, varying degrees of light and dark, in and around artificial light and in a confined work area.
• Employees are required to stay on site at the company provided camp during the work rotation.
• Candidates living in the Fairbanks North Star Borough, Delta and Tok regions only will be given consideration.
• International Sponsorship is unavailable for this role.

Nice To Haves

• Attend classes at the University of Alaska Fairbanks during in conjunction with the UAF Diesel/Heavy Equipment Program.

Responsibilities

• Assist with diagnostics, breakdowns, follow-up work, and PMs in a safe and timely manner.
• Learn 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.
• Attend daily pre-start meetings to ensure effective communication.
• Assist with written and verbal handover for incoming crews regarding maintenance plans and issues.
• Assist with ensuring correct history is collated and effectively recorded.
• 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.
• Learn all safety-related activities, including Hazard IDs, pre-start checks, pre-start meetings, and incident reporting.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping in all work areas.
• Other duties as required.

Benefits

• Permanent position and extended mine-life offering job security.
• Excellent remuneration package with bonuses, insurances, 401k and paid leave.
• Ongoing development opportunities and growth within a company that continuously invests in their people.
• Vibrant hub of activity on site, with the ability to be part of successful and productive team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed