NANA: Maintenance Generalist Part-Time (Noatak, AK)

About the role

This position performs routine duties related to building, modifying, maintaining, or repairing physical buildings, structures, facilities, and properties. The role requires broad knowledge of standard construction trades practices and procedures, including plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, painting, and mechanical systems, as well as applicable code requirements, safety precautions, and work order request systems.

Responsibilities

• Repairs, maintains, or constructs physical structures or facilities, including painting, plumbing, electrical work, furnishing repair or installation, cleaning duties, trash removal, and property problem resolution.
• Installs, builds, or repairs walls, ceilings, floors, building trim, cabinets, doors, windows, and similar components.
• Visually inspects and maintains facilities, machinery, and equipment, recommending repairs or replacements as needed.
• Performs preventative maintenance and routine repairs on mechanical, electrical, or water equipment, such as heating systems, air handling systems, and potable water systems.
• Assists with capital projects and detects systems problems, replacing defective machinery and equipment.
• Cleans, maintains, repairs, and lubricates basic machinery and equipment.
• Cleans work areas, tools, and equipment, and transports trash or waste to disposal areas.
• Serves as an expeditor for Teck in Kotzebue, completing assigned work orders in a timely manner.
• May alternate on-call duties with other Maintenance Generalists and work overtime as required.
• Performs other duties pertinent to the department or unit’s success as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least two (2) years of experience directly related to the construction, repair, or maintenance of structures, plant facilities, and/or properties.
• Valid Driver’s license with an acceptable driving record to be eligible under NANA’s vehicle insurance policy (preferred).

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Weather: Occasionally exposed to moderate/harsh weather conditions; work is performed both inside and outside.
• Noise level: Moderate noise levels in the work environment, with potential exposure to louder noise in the field or at the Red Dog Mine.
• Environment: Must be able to work in less-than-ideal offices, facilities, or field conditions, including walking over uneven terrain for extended periods and potential exposure to loud machinery.
• Overnight accommodations: In villages, accommodations may be limited, requiring sleeping on the floor or cot in a local school and bringing personal meal provisions.
• Physical requirements: Occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 35 lbs. Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands/fingers, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must be able to talk, hear, see, taste/smell, and carry weight.
• Travel: Up to 10% of the time, including travel to remote areas such as the Red Dog Mine or the NANA Region. May require alternative transportation modes, such as snow machines, boats, small airplanes, and ATVs.

The role involves reading, detailed work, problem-solving, interactions with other companies (including NANA affiliates), analytical reasoning, managing multiple tasks, and handling constant interruptions. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.