Assistant Mechanic

About the role

We’re a small tour operator in Fairbanks, Alaska with ambitious goals of redefining hospitality & becoming the #1 rated Northern Lights tour company in North America in the next few years. With our local team & distinguished reputation, we’ll accomplish the following:

• Instill a culture founded on adventure, stewarding Alaska, competitive greatness & unmatched hospitality
• Expand our fleet & tour offerings to reduce seasonality
• Optimize our current systems while reducing costs of goods & expenses
• Integrate with the community & develop key partnerships
• Integrate artificial intelligence to streamline efficiency

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the Lead Mechanic
• Support the proactive maintenance of our fleet to reduce safety risks & prevent tour disruptions
• Auxiliary support in organizing, cleaning, & safely operating the shop & equipment areas
• Help complete & maintain maintenance checklists, logs, & SOP’s as our operation grows
• Assist in teaching guides & staff basic maintenance tasks & simple troubleshooting
• Respond to breakdowns or field repairs with a calm, resourceful attitude & a willingness to problem-solve under pressure
• Uphold & reflect our culture & values in your daily work

Requirements

• Lose in -or relocate to- the Fairbanks area
• Extensive hands-on experience in vehicle, fleet, &/or small-engine maintenance
• Ability to follow established maintenance workflows & standard operating procedures (SOP’s)
• Comfortable working independently on assigned tasks
• Strong troubleshooting abilities & attention to detail
• Willingness to support training activities, learn new skills, & contribute to a positive, safety-focused shop culture
• Strong commitment to safety, risk management, & proper care of equipment & the environment
• Availability to assist with on-call or after-hours recovery operations as needed

Qualifications

• Data-driven & goal-oriented
• Resourceful, organized, & great with time management & prioritization
• Capable of operating autonomously
• Make responsible decisions
• Use sound judgement
• Follow safety & company protocols
• Stay focused & productive with minimal supervision
• Maintain professionalism