Oilfield Winch Truck Driver – UIC Oil & Gas Support

Requisition ID

2025-23994

Category

Logistics & Transportation

Location : Location

US-AK-Deadhorse

Travel Requirement

75% – 100%

Entity : Name

UIC Oil and Gas Support

Overview

UIC Oil & Gas Support (UICOGS) is seeking an experienced Winch Truck Driver to join our Prudhoe Bay logistics team. The Winch Truck Driver is responsible for the safe operation of winch trucks to load, transport, and position drilling equipment, camp modules, heavy machinery, and oversized loads in Arctic conditions. This position plays a vital role in supporting oilfield operations and ensuring safe, efficient mobilizations across the North Slope.

Responsibilities

Essential functions will include:

• Operate winch trucks to safely load, secure, transport, and offload oilfield equipment, modules, and oversized loads.
• Conduct rig-up/rig-down operations and assist with heavy-haul moves using lowboys, scissor-neck trailers, and other specialized units.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections; document and report mechanical deficiencies.
• Adhere to UICOGS, client, and North Slope safety protocols, as well as DOT/FMCSA regulations.
• Coordinate with dispatch, rig move supervisors, and field crews to ensure efficient operations.
• Utilize app-based tracking systems for field tickets, time entry, and load documentation.
• Maintain accurate driver logs, fuel records, and daily reports.
• Support general rig move and logistics tasks when not actively hauling.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• CDL Class A with a clean driving record.
• Minimum 5 years of oilfield driving experience required; winch truck experience strongly preferred.
• Bed truck experience considered a strong plus.
• Proficient with app-based field ticketing and reporting systems.
• Knowledge of heavy-haul securement, rigging, and Arctic logistics.
• Must pass DOT drug/alcohol screening and remain in compliance with random testing.
• Ability to work in extreme Arctic conditions (–40°F, high winds, low visibility).
• Physically capable of lifting 75 lbs, climbing equipment, and working outdoors for extended periods.
• Familiarity with North Slope operations, tundra travel permits, and environmental regulations preferred.

Work Schedule & Environment:

• 3 weeks on / 3 weeks off rotation.
• UICOGS covers flights between Anchorage (ANC) and Deadhorse (DH).
• Minimum 12-hour workdays, 7 days per week while on rotation.
• During winter rig move season, drivers may be required to work 16–18 hour days as operational demands increase.
• Remote Arctic camp setting with meals and lodging provided.

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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

All candidates must apply online at www.uicalaska.com, and submit a completed application for all positions they wish to be considered. Once the employment application has been completed and submitted, any changes to the application after submission may not be reviewed. Please contact a UIC HR Recruiter if you have made a significant change to your application. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), persons unable to complete an online application should contact UIC Human Resources for assistance (https://uicalaska.com/careers/recruitment/).

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

UIC Commercial Services, LLC is a holding company under Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC), an Alaska Native Corporation providing a wide variety of services including a full range of construction services, design and architecture services, environmental consulting, permitting and compliance and remediation, oil and gas support, ocean-going cargo and shipping services and specialized companies. Several of our companies are SBA 8(a) certified, small disadvantaged businesses and offer substantially competitive rates. Collectively, we offer a breadth of services which we perform with a focus on quality results. UIC and its subsidiaries are committed to and strive for safety, quality, business ethics, and shareholder value. We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.

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