Industrial Services Technician I

About the role

The Industrial Services Technician I supports senior technicians in installing, maintaining, and repairing conveyor belting, rubber components, and related process equipment used in mining, oil & gas, and heavy industrial applications. This role involves learning industry-standard splicing methods, safety procedures, and equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Aid in preparing conveyor belts for mechanical or vulcanized splicing.
• Measure, cut, grind, buff, and skive belt materials.
• Set up and break down vulcanizing equipment, tools, and work areas.
• Operate basic hand and power tools: grinders, cutters, drills, impact guns, etc.
• Follow belt installation procedures: tracking, tensioning, and alignment.
• Complete basic field paperwork (splice reports, belt logs, QAQC checks).
• Load, unload, and secure tools, equipment, and materials.
• Adhere to MSHA/OSHA safety rules, job hazard analyses, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Assist in troubleshooting belt damage, mistracking, and common conveyor issues.
• Learn preventive maintenance, change roller, pulleys, chutes, bearings, shafts, etc.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Supervisory Functions

This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to use hand/power tools safely.
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately (to 1/16”).
• Willingness to learn technical procedures and industry standards.
• Ability to follow verbal/written instructions.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work long shifts, nights, or weekends as required.
• Comfortable working at heights, confined spaces, and around heavy equipment.
• Willingness to travel long distances, stay out of town on projects for 2 to 3 weeks at a time as needed.
• Positive team-building attitude, understanding that we are here to work together as a team.
• Ability to work safely in physically demanding, industrial, and remote environments.
• Ability to work in a Native Corporation multi-business environment.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle in a safe and efficient manner.

Minimum Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• No prior experience required; mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Ability to meet requirements for industrial or mining sites required.
• Valid state driver’s license and qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of the Company’s Driving Policy.
• Ability to pass drug, driving, and background screenings.

Preference Statement

Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO Statement

Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status.

Reasonable Accommodation

It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.