On April 29, Doyon leadership led Hilcorp staff in visits to Yukon Flats communities, including Stevens Village, Beaver, Fort Yukon, and Birch Creek. These visits were part of Doyon’s ongoing efforts to keep communities informed about the Yukon Flats exploration project and to provide residents with opportunities to ask questions and share feedback directly with leadership from both Doyon and Hilcorp.
During the meetings, Doyon gave Hilcorp the opportunity to provide status updates on the exploration project. Doyon leaders emphasized the project’s long-term economic potential and reiterated the vision of Doyon’s early leaders who laid the groundwork for responsible resource development on Doyon lands that could benefit shareholders for generations to come in Birch Creek and throughout the Yukon Flats.
Jobs Update
Doyon shared preliminary information about job opportunities associated with the 2025 summer exploration season. From the start of the agreement with Hilcorp, Doyon prioritized hiring locally in its negotiations with Hilcorp, recognizing the importance of economic opportunity for Tihteet Aii’ shareholders (village corporation for Birch Creek), the Yukon Flats based shareholders, and then shareholders throughout the region.
Tentative positions may include:
- Bear Guards
- Medics
- Expeditor/Driver
- HSE
- Equipment Operators
- Inventory Specialist
- Weather Observer
- SWPPP Inspector
- Drill Site Manager
- Personnel Transport Driver
- Airfield Supervisor
- Environmental Technician
- Site Control
- Camp Supervisors
- Housekeeping
- Steward
- Cooks
- General/Camp Maintenance
- Cultural Awareness Monitors and Trainers
Interested shareholders are encouraged to visit careers.doyon.com regularly for upcoming job postings and application details.
2025 Program
Hilcorp outlined the objectives for the 2025 summer exploration season in their presentation to villages. Beginning in June or July, the team aims to stage equipment and establish drill pads and camps at two sites in the Yukon Flats region. Helicopter operations will be active throughout the season to support logistical and operational needs.
Stay Informed
For the most up-to-date information on the Yukon Flats Exploration Project, please visit the Doyon Yukon Flats Exploration webpage. For questions and more information about the project, you can also contact:
- Doyon Lands & Natural Resources Department
- Phone: 907-459-2030 or 1-888-478-4755 ext. 2030
- Email: lands@doyon.com
- Doyon Communications Department
- Email: communications@doyon.com
