Job Description
The Equipment Technician supports geothermal exploration projects by operating and maintaining field equipment, transporting personnel and gear safely across remote locations, and performing mechanical repairs, all while working in outdoor, challenging environments on rotating 14-day schedules.
Key Responsibilities
- Transport equipment and personnel safely to and from field sites
- Operate and maintain UTVs and light mechanical equipment tools in the field
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues with vehicles and equipment
Requirements
- At least 18 years old.
- Be eligible to work in the U.S.
- High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Valid driver s license without any major infractions in the last three years.
- A commitment to the safety of yourself and others.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving skills, professionalism.
- Possess a high degree of accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail.
- Must be self-motivated and work with minimum direct supervision in small, remote teams.
- Able to commute long distances of 300 miles and work for extended periods of 14-day rotations.
- Comfortable working outdoors continuously in the elements to a high operational tempo.
- Ability to perform physical labor and other strenuous physical tasks, including periodic bending and kneeling, lifting, pushing, and pulling 50 lbs.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English at a level which will permit the employee to accurately understand and communicate information to perform the job duties safely and efficiently.
- Possess good mechanical and technical aptitude, with competency operating and maintaining vehicles and equipment.
- Comfortable using a GPS and navigating in remote settings.
- Able to use computers, specifically Google products such as Google Docs, Sheets, and Directories.
- Minimum 5 years practical working experience in remote wilderness environments.
- Extensive experience safely operating and maintaining diesel trucks, trailers, and UTVs.
- Proficient in loading, unloading, hauling, and backing up trailers, both on and off-road.
- Competent in diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues in the field and making appropriate repairs as required.
- Must exercise good housekeeping and work in a neat, orderly manner.
- Position may operate heavy machinery, and as such, are subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.
Benefits & Perks
Compensation of $25.00 per hour plus production bonus typically $350 to $450 per day
Per Diem provided at GSA standard rate of $59 per day
Company covers lodging (hotel or reimburses at GSA rate if unavailable)
Eligible for benefits following initial 90-day probation period
Company vehicle provided during work rotations
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