Yard Hand

Work Location:  Deadhorse, Alaska

Work Schedule:  Rotational 3 weeks on / 3 weeks off

Salary Basis:  Hourly

Salary Range:  $DOE$

Reports To:  North Slope Administrator

Job Scope:

The Yard Hand operates independently in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment to maintain yard operations, support field logistics, and ensure safe equipment handling.  This role requires extensive outdoor work in extreme Arctic winter conditions (70% outdoor / 30% indoor) and proficiency in operating heavy equipment, hauling loads, towing equipment and performing routine tasks.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist Equipment Coordinator with yard organization, snow removal, jump-starting equipment, and associated tasks to ensure vehicle and equipment readiness.
• General yard maintenance of grounds and buildings.
• Responsible for yard organization of inventory.
• Support of Light and Heavy Duty Mechanics.
• Loading and delivering materials and equipment
• Using a variety of hand tools, power tools, and machines
• Operate forklifts, loaders, and non-mobile equipment
• Snow removal
• Perform equipment Check-in / Check-out inspections.
• Retrieve broken down vehicles with a tow truck or slide back tow trucks.
• General cleanup of shop and yard.

 Behavioral Expectations:

• Commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic in extreme conditions.
• Clear communication and respect for company policies/assets.
• Adaptability to changing priorities and tasks.
• Good communication skills.
• Positive attitude.
• Attention to detail.
• Works effectively and successfully with other employees.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid Class A CDL with a clean driving record.
• 2 years of experience operating heavy equipment (loaders, forklifts, etc.)
• Ability to lift 75 lbs., work outdoors in Arctic conditions, and perform strenuous physical tasks.
• Willingness to work a rotational schedule (3 weeks on / 3 weeks off)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in oilfield, construction, or remote logistics.
• DOT certification or additional endorsements.
• OSHA or other safety training.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Frequent lifting, bending, climbing, and exposure to extreme cold.

This position may be assigned to other duties in addition to or in lieu of those described above, and any duties are subject to change at any time according to the needs of the company.