Generator Technician

Purpose of Position

Maintain power plants/generators on Alaska’s North Slope.

Education and Training

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Technical/Vocational School related training preferred.

Experience and Background

• Minimum of two (2) years of generator maintenance and repair experience.
• Knowledge and skills to perform overhaul and repairs on diesel/natural gas fueled generators/engines; both mobile and non-mobile.
• Team player and excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively; both oral and written and follow instructions.
• Troubleshooting skills involving ATS, Paralleling Switch Gear, electrical distribution equipment, and HVAC systems with the ability to read and interpret complex electrical schematics required.

Certificates, Licenses, or Other Requirements

• Valid State ID, Driver’s License or government-issued ID
• North Slope Training Cooperative (NSTC) Card – preferred, not required
• Able to lift & carry 50 pounds on regular basis, routine walking, standing, bending.
• Lack of immediate access to critical medical services, as well as urban community services.
• Pass UA/BA & pre-hire fit-for-duty test

Work Hours and Conditions

• 11.50 - 12.50 hours per day
• 14 - 28 days straight as required

Essential Functions

• Safe job performance
• Maintain and repair critical life support equipment
• Preventative and predictive maintenance skills
• Ability to work in a remote arctic environment with limited communication for extended periods of time.