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Coeur Mining

Surface Mobile Mechanic

Juneau, AK · On-site

Maintenance and Repair * Maintain and repair surface and/or underground mobile mining equipment such as drills, bolters, loaders, haul trucks, and heavy and light-duty support equipment. * Perform ...

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How much do mobile maintenance jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for mobile maintenance in Alaska is $34.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.86 and $41.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is mobile maintenance?

Mobile maintenance refers to the repair, servicing, and upkeep of mobile equipment such as trucks, construction machinery, or even mobile devices, depending on the industry. Professionals in this field often travel to client sites or equipment locations to perform maintenance tasks, minimizing downtime and keeping equipment operational. Their work can include diagnosing mechanical or electrical issues, performing scheduled servicing, and ensuring all safety standards are met. This role is critical in industries like construction, transportation, and mining, where equipment reliability is essential.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a mobile maintenance technician?

To thrive as a Mobile Maintenance Technician, you need strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and relevant technical certifications such as ASE or trade-specific qualifications. Familiarity with diagnostic tools, maintenance management systems, and mobile repair equipment is typically required. Excellent problem-solving abilities, time management, and effective communication set top performers apart in this role. These skills ensure timely, high-quality repairs and maintenance while minimizing downtime for mobile equipment or fleets.

What is the difference between Mobile Maintenance vs Equipment Maintenance Technician?

AspectMobile MaintenanceEquipment Maintenance Technician
CertificationsHVAC, electrical, mechanical certifications often preferredSimilar certifications, including HVAC, electrical, mechanical
Work EnvironmentField-based, traveling to various locationsFacility-based, working primarily in workshops or plant sites
Industry UsageCommon in transportation, construction, and service industriesPrevalent in manufacturing, industrial plants, and facilities
Job FocusPerforming maintenance on mobile equipment like trucks, generators, or HVAC units on-siteMaintaining stationary equipment such as machinery, HVAC systems, or production lines

While both roles involve equipment maintenance and similar certifications, Mobile Maintenance technicians focus on mobile or portable equipment in various locations, often traveling between sites. Equipment Maintenance Technicians typically work in fixed facilities maintaining stationary machinery. The choice depends on whether the job involves traveling or working primarily in a single location.

What are some typical challenges faced by mobile maintenance technicians, and how can they be managed on the job?

Mobile Maintenance technicians often encounter challenges such as working in varying and sometimes harsh environments, troubleshooting equipment with limited on-site resources, and managing urgent repairs while minimizing equipment downtime. To effectively handle these situations, technicians should prioritize strong problem-solving skills, maintain organized toolkits, and communicate regularly with dispatchers and team members. Developing adaptability and staying up-to-date with the latest diagnostic technologies also helps in overcoming unexpected issues efficiently.
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Infographic showing various Mobile Maintenance job openings in Alaska as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $70,715 per year, or $34 per hour.

UGM Mobile Maintenance Mechanic

Northern Star Pogo LLC

Delta Junction, AK • On-site

$33.25 - $41.25/hr

Full-time

Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Northern Star Resources Limited (ASX: NST) is an Australian ASX 100 gold producer with three Tier-1 world-class projects located in highly prospective and low sovereign risk regions of Australia and North America. Northern Star is the largest Australian gold producer and among the top 10 gold miners globally. Northern Star continues to invest in building a strong asset base through strategic acquisitions and aggressive exploration to extend the mine lives across its world-class operations and generate earning accretive value for its Shareholders through operational effectiveness.

Due to growth and expansion, Northern Star (Pogo) LLC have a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a Mobile Maintenance Mechanic at our world-class Pogo operation in Alaska on a rotational camp schedule.

What do we offer?

  • Vibrant hub of activity on site, with the ability to be part of successful and productive team
  • Permanent position and extended mine-life offering job security.
  • Excellent remuneration package with bonuses, insurances, 401k and paid leave.
  • Ongoing development opportunities and growth within a company that continuously invest in their people.

What’s the role?

The Mobile Maintenance Mechanic reports to the Mobile Maintenance Leading Hand, with a primary role of maintaining underground mobile and associated ancillary equipment. All maintenance activities undertaken are to be done in a timely and cost-effective manner whilst adhering to Company standards, policies and procedures. This is to minimise downtime and to ensure targeted machine reliability is achieved between planned maintenance tasks within the Operations.

Duties include:

  • Undertake diagnostic, breakdowns, follow-up work, PMs to a high standard of execution, all work completed in a safe and timely manner.
  • Provide technical advice and support to fellow Maintenance Team members.
  • Ensures workmanship through meeting standards and tolerances and testing of equipment prior to handover.
  • Identify correct parts and equipment for all planned and unplanned jobs, as necessary.
  • Attend daily pre-start meetings to ensure effective communication.
  • Provide written and verbal handover for incoming crews regarding maintenance plans and issues.
  • Liaise closely with and maintain effective communication with Leading Hand, Underground Supervisors and other key Stakeholders to organise priority breakdowns.
  • Ensure correct history is collated and effectively recorded.
  • Carry out, provide input to the development of, and comply with, SWPs and JHAs ensuring risks are identified and mitigated, and safety standards are met.
  • Organise all permits as required (e.g. isolations, confined space and hot work permits).
  • Continuously review scheduled jobs to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Highlight equipment defects and issues effectively.
  • Rigorous cost management. Avoid rework and the unnecessary use of parts/services.
  • Ensure all required documentation is completed correctly and submitted prior to the end of shift.
  • Ensure all safety related activities are undertaken in accordance with Company policy and MSHA requirements including Hazard IDs, pre-start checks, pre-start meetings, and incident reporting.
  • Maintain a high standard of housekeeping in all work areas.
  • Other duties as required.

The specifics:

Qualifications Required

  • Current Driver’s License.

Desired Experience & Competencies

  • 2-5 years mechanical experience in heavy mining application.
  • Excellent trouble shooting skill and ability to carry out preventative and breakdown maintenance.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and specifications.
  • Proficient in prioritising work.
  • Ability to problem-solve and manage conflicting priorities.
  • Basic literacy must be able to read and write in English.
  • Computer literacy – Microsoft Office, Pronto or similar Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
  • Good communication skills.
  • Flexibility to adapt to improved procedures and practices.
  • Awareness of the Mine Safety and Health Act & Regulations.
  • Be able to pass a background check and post offer physical.

The details:

Working a 3 week on 3 week off rotating schedule of days and nights, up to 12 hours a day or more at a remote campsite. Extreme conditions, including but not limited to extreme and changing weather conditions, dust, mud, varying levels of noise, varying degrees of light and dark, in and around artificial light and in a confined work area.

Employees are required to stay on site at the company provided camp during the work rotation. Camp facilities provide dining service, games room, exercise & weight room, sauna, and accommodation rooms. Dormitory rooms have a land line phone, great Wi-Fi & cable TV. Cell service is available through Wi-Fi. The Company provides a bus service to and from Fairbanks, Delta Junction and Tok, Alaska.

Why join us?

When you join our Company, you join the Northern Star Team. You will be engaged in a dynamic work environment where you will be valued as an integral part of the team, and where you can develop and grow with our business.

Northern Star actively supports and contributes to the local community in which we operate. We are a proud supporter of the Veterans' Employment Commitment and recognize the advantage of a diversified workplace including diversity of gender, thought, experience, and ethnicity. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and strive for workplace excellence.

Want to know more about Northern Star? Check out our website here: http://www.nsrltd.com/ or follow us on linked in: https://www.linkedin.com/company/northern-star-resources-limited/

Shortlisting for this role will begin immediately.

Candidates living in the Fairbanks North Star Borough, Delta and Tok regions will be given first consideration.

Due to the large volume of applications, only applicants who are shortlisted will be contacted.