Heavy Equipment Operator - Multiple Teams

ABOUT ASRC ENERGY: WINNER OF THE BEST PLACE TO WORK BY ALASKA BUSINESS MAGAZINE IN 2023, 2024 & 2025

ASRC Energy Services, LLC is part of the Alaska Native corporation, Arctic Slope Regional Corporation (ASRC) family of companies. ASRC is a private, for-profit corporation that is owned by and represents the business interests of its approximately 14,000 Iñupiaq shareholders. As the largest Alaskan-owned company employing over 15,000 people worldwide, ASRC and its subsidiaries are poised for the next era of growth with continued dedication to providing maximum benefit to our shareholders.

We’re proud to be recognized as a Best Place to Work by Alaska Business Magazine in 2023, 2024, and 2025, a Most Loved Workplace by Best Practices Institute, and a Best Company to Work For in Alaska by MSN Money, 24/7 Wall St., and Zippia. We’ve also earned multiple ConocoPhillips Supplier Recognition Awards for Focus on Execution.

OVERVIEW

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for assisting in the planning and coordination of daily workloads, executing assigned projects, and ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the heavy equipment fleet. This role involves maintaining and repairing roads, airport runways, and drill site pads. Responsibilities also include winter maintenance activities such as snow removal on roads, runways, and pads, as well as material handling and organization within the Kuparuk field.
A valid U.S.-issued, Alaska-compliant Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with both Tanker and Hazmat endorsements is required as well as a DOT Medical Card.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position reports directly to the Roads & Pads Foreman.
• The operator must be able to perform pad, road and runway maintenance and repair. The roads, runway and pads will be maintained to specified crown, grade, and elevation. Winter road, runway, and pad maintenance to include snow removal. Supplying the facilities, assisting in facility maintenance and construction with equipment support.
• Provide drill rig moves with equipment support.
• This position involves being able to become OSHA certified in trenching and excavation and to perform trenching and excavating activities in a safe and proficient manner.
• This is a heavy equipment operating position, and the candidate selected must be able to operate the equipment in Kuparuk’s fleet safely and proficiently.
• The fleet consists of but is not limited to Cat dozers, Volvo front end loaders, Cat compactors, Cat excavators, Kenworth, Peterbilt 5th wheel tractors, Bobcat, Volvo skid steers, 16 Cat blades, lowboy, flat bed and end dump trailers, Loader mounted snow Blowers, water trucks, rock trucks.
• Be familiar with and capable of using rotary lasers and site levels to establish grade and set grade hubs and stakes.
• Prepare, update, and maintain logs, records, and timecards.
• Be able to monitor equipment operation, perform pre-operation inspections, identify malfunctions, fill out maintenance requests, and clean equipment.
• Needs to be able to inspect, adjust, and perform minor equipment repairs.
• Help prepare and maintain inventory of supplies, PPE, equipment, and tools.
• Actively participate and promote all safety processes.
• Support AES zero-incident safety culture and assume personal accountability and responsibility for safe work practices in all projects, activities, and operations.
• Other duties will be assigned to this position as needed.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• A valid (U.S issued, Alaska compliant) Class A CDL with both Hazmat and Tanker endorsements is required.
• A current DOT Medical Card is required.
• A North Slope Training Cooperative (NSTC) safety training certification is required.
• The ability to work 84 hours a week on a 2x2 or 3x3 rotation is required.
• At least three (3) years of experience operating Cat Dozers, Volvo Front-end Loaders, Cat Compactors, Cat Excavators, Kenworth and Peterbilt 5th Wheel-Tractors, Bobcat and Volvo Skid-Steers, 16 Cat Blades, Lowboy Trailers, Flat-bed Trailers, End-Dump Trailers, Loader-mounted Snow Blowers, Water-trucks, and Rock-trucks as a Heavy Equipment Operator is required.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Four (4) or more years of experience working as a Heavy Equipment Operator specifically in a Construction or Industrial setting, the Petrochemical or Oil and Gas industry, on the North Slope, and/or in other Arctic environment is preferred.
• A current OSHA Trenching and Excavation Certification is preferred.

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WHY WORK WITH US

At ASRC Energy, people come first. We collaborate, value every contribution, and invest in the success of our employees, families, and communities. If you’re looking for meaningful work with a company that values safety, integrity, and growth, start your career with ASRC Energy and ASPIRE with us.

Absolute Integrity: We do the right thing because it’s the right thing to do.

Safety: Safety is our foundation – we bring it everywhere we go.

People First: We take care of our people, and our people will take care of the business.

Iñupiat Heritage: We believe in “one crew, one journey” and honor the values of our founders as we develop the future.

Resilient Family: We encourage the right balance and cultivate strong relationships with our clients and colleagues.

Exceptional Service Quality: We deliver excellence by focusing on client needs and continuously improving our performance.

TOTAL REWARDS

ASRC Energy offers a competitive benefits package designed to support the health, financial well-being, and professional growth of our employees and their families. 

We provide comprehensive medical coverage through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Plan (FEHB), as well as dental and vision insurance. Employees are eligible to participate in a 401(k) program with a company match of up to 4% and immediate vesting after just two pay periods. To further support employees and their households, we offer access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), along with a wide range of supplemental insurance options including voluntary life insurance, short- and long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), pet insurance, legal services, identity theft protection, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, and critical illness coverage.

We are also committed to professional development by providing tuition reimbursement opportunities and internal learning resources through our ASPIRE Academy.

To learn more about our full suite of benefits, please visit our benefits page.

WORKING ON THE NORTH SLOPE

While working on the North Slope of Alaska, your lodging and food will be provided to you.  All camps provide warm meals and options to grab a quick lunch or snack from the spike rooms. Rooms vary from single status to shared rooms where your roommate may work the opposite shift.  Wi-Fi and Internet is free and available within the camp.  Services vary depending upon where you are staying; however, most facilities offer housekeeping, self-serve laundry, commissary, mail, gyms, TV/Theater Room, etc.  Each facility will have its own accommodation and policies that will be reviewed upon on-site orientation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment requirements outlined below are representative of those necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. A post-offer, pre-hire Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) will be conducted to ensure an employee’s ability to safely meet job standards. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. Candidates must be able to comply with the ASRC Energy Driving Records and Motor Vehicle Use Policy, successfully pass a pre-employment drug test which may include both urinalysis and hair testing, and meet the physical requirements of working in a remote location under arctic conditions. In addition, candidates will be required to pass a Fit-for-Duty Exam, complete a background check, and obtain and maintain an access badge for the work location. The availability of this position is contingent upon the Company’s continued operational needs once training is completed.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AES and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, marital status, changes in marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, parenthood, medical condition, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.

AES and its subsidiaries comply with applicable requirements of Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA).

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process may contact the AES Human Resources Team at (907) 334-1688.

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NOTE TO ALL CURRENT EMPLOYEES

It is recommended that all current employees inform their managers when they apply for new positions as leadership will be notified of current employees applying for posted positions.