Fuel/Lube Mechanic

Date: Apr 29, 2026

Location: Fairbanks, Alaska, USA

Located approximately 26 miles from the City of Fairbanks, Fort Knox is a centre of excellence for the Company as one of the few cold weather heap leach facilities in the world. Fort Knox celebrated its 25-year anniversary in 2021, and has produced over 8.5 million ounces since it began operation. In 2020, Kinross acquired Manh Choh – a project expected to commence production in 2024 and process ore at Fort Knox.

Fort Knox prioritizes being a strong contributor to the State and local communities, and since 2001, has helped support more than 300 community partners and has contributed more than US$25 million to the Alaska Mental Health Trust.

Job Summary

Fueling, lubricating, and performing minor maintenance on haul trucks, loaders, graders, dozers, backhoes, blast-hole drills, compactors, support/light vehicles, and equipment. Work environment includes both maintenance shop and in-the-field assignments.

Essential Functions

- Perform equipment walk around, inspect and operate equipment, and properly dispose of waste materials.

- Train new mechanics as needed.

- Fuel and lube all mobile equipment, check fluid levels, and ensure lube system is working properly.

- Responsible for all tasks related to preventative maintenance program such as reposting fluid leaks, performing lube work, taking fluid samples, and inspecting components and parts for proper operations.

- Required to operate all mobile equipment for the purpose of servicing needs.

- Punctuality and regular attendance is required.

- Meet or exceed established performance expectations set by management.

- Compliance with all company policies and procedures including but not limited to safety, confidentiality, and environmental policies.

- Possession of a valid driver’s license issued by the state.

- Work safely in all areas and identify potential safety hazards and work with management to correct them.

- Work without significant risk of harm to self and others.

- Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications and Skill Requirements

- High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Employee must have the ability to read and write instructions, perform simple mathematical calculations, and keep records.

- Minimum of one year of experience fueling, lubricating, and performing minor maintenance on mining or heavy construction equipment preferred.

- Must have an understanding of the mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems fundamentals and the operation of heavy/light mobile equipment.

- Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.

- Must have trade technical and problem solving skills.

- Ability to function within the qualifications outlined in the attached physical demands sheets.

- Availability for shift work, overtime, holidays and weekends is required.

- Ability to work with others in a team environment.

- Progression through wage scale is contingent upon satisfactory completion of attached checklists.

Health, Safety and Environmental Requirements

- Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.

- Have a strong commitment to safe working practices.

- Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment.

- Is alert and observes, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions.

- Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements.

Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our core principles of responsible mining, operational excellence, disciplined growth and balance sheet strength. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).