Heavy Equipment Operator - UIC Oil & Gas
UIC AlaskaAlaska, United States
Posted December 3, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC) is an Alaska Native Village Corporation serving over 3,800 shareholders. With a diverse portfolio of 70+ subsidiaries and over 4,400 employees worldwide, UIC specializes in government contracting, construction, oilfield support, marine transportation, and engineering services across various industries, including Arctic development. Guided by cultural values and recognized as one of America’s Best Midsize Employers (2025) by Forbes, UIC leverages Indigenous knowledge to drive innovation and impact.
Job Description
UIC Oil & Gas is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to safely and efficiently operate a variety of heavy machinery. This role supports construction, excavation, and material handling operations while ensuring all work is performed in compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license and ability to maintain it
- Operator's proficiency with a variety of equipment, including but not limited to bulldozers, shovels, excavators, loaders, and forklifts
- Skilled in operating basic construction equipment such as forklifts and loaders
- Ability to perform work independently without direct supervision
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to perform duties and operate tools in strict compliance with OSHA regulations
- Punctual and reliable work history
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Working knowledge of commercial construction practices
- 5+ years of related experience in commercial construction
- 3+ years of prior work history as a heavy equipment operator
