26-123.B - WOA Maintenance Technician (Fire & Gas Tech)

Hilcorp•Deadhorse, AK

About The Position

The Fire & Gas (F&G) Instrumentation Technician will play a key role in the installation, inspection, testing, maintenance and calibration of F&G detection/alarm and control systems.

Requirements

Minimum of five (5) years of Fire & Gas experience in the oil and gas industry.
Minimum of five (5) years working on the North Slope of Alaska.
Strong experience with industrial fire protection systems, including inspection, testing, maintenance, and installation, with an emphasis on industrial Fire & Gas detection and Halon suppression systems.
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and construction packages to support troubleshooting, installation, and commissioning activities.
Working knowledge of industrial communication, automation, and control systems associated with Fire & Gas detection and shutdown interfaces.
Thorough understanding and application of hazardous area installations, applicable electrical and fire codes, and safe work practices, including NEC, NFPA, Alaska Administrative Code, and OSHA requirements.
Proficient in the use of Fire & Gas calibration, diagnostic, and test equipment, including precision regulators and gauges, volt-ohm meters, potentiometers, thermocouple calibrators, signal generators, leak detection equipment, oscilloscopes, and manufacturer-specific test tools.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining effective working relationships with operations, engineering, contractors, vendors, and regulatory authorities.
Ability to climb facility ladders and stairways and lift up to 50 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Legal authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Willingness and ability to work 12-hour day/night shifts on a 2-weeks-on / 2-weeks-off rotational schedule on the North Slope of Alaska.
Willingness and ability to relocate or commute to Anchorage, Alaska without company assistance.
Graduation from a high school or GED equivalent or any equivalent combination of education and experience demonstrating sufficient knowledge, ability and skill to handle the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Current Driver’s license issued in United States
Alaska State Fire Marshal Permit IB (Fire Alarm Systems) or the ability to obtain one within the first 3 months after hire date.

Responsibilities

Perform troubleshooting, maintenance, inspection, testing, and repair of Fire & Gas (F&G) detection and alarm systems, including functional testing and verification of interfaces with process control and shutdown systems, in compliance with Hilcorp standards and applicable NFPA requirements.
Document inspection, testing, repair, and failure data within the EAM database system.
Document and track the status of open and closed Fire & Gas Clearinghouse observations.
Prepare, review, and revise Fire & Gas maintenance and repair procedures to ensure technical accuracy, compliance with applicable codes and standards, and alignment with system design intent.
Support commissioning and turnover activities for new or modified Fire & Gas systems, including punch-list development and resolution.
Identify recurring Fire & Gas system issues or failure trends and recommend corrective actions or design improvements to enhance system reliability and performance.
Support incident investigations, near-miss reviews, and abnormal event analysis involving Fire & Gas detection or suppression systems, including providing technical input and documentation.
Read and interpret Fire & Gas (F&G) detection system drawings and schematics to support effective troubleshooting and fault isolation in the field.
Review and interpret applicable codes, standards, and manufacturer technical manuals to diagnose system issues, verify acceptable conditions, and determine appropriate corrective actions.
Apply strong working knowledge of current and historical building codes (IBC/UBC) and NFPA codes in the execution of assigned duties.
Adhere to the company’s values of integrity, ownership, urgency, alignment, and innovation, and support the company’s vision and mission.
Adhere to established work schedules, attendance standards, and punctuality requirements for work and meetings.
Perform all work in compliance with the 2026 Alaska Safety Handbook (ASH).
Perform other duties as assigned by management.