What are the responsibilities and job description for the Carpenter - Raven Camp position at Polar Field Services, Inc.?
Polar Field Services, Inc. is looking to hire a seasonal Carpenter to maintain, repair, and build National Science Foundation-funded structures in the Arctic. Are you an adventurous, skilled carpenter looking for exciting seasonal work in a beautiful, remote environment? Would you like to support groundbreaking scientific research with an innovative company that provides fascinating, challenging work? If so, please read on!
This seasonal carpentry position earns a competitive wage of $1,900 to $2,364 per week. Our Carpenters also receive an hourly health and welfare benefit of $4.22/hour for the first 40 hours worked each week (included in the weekly salary listed.). If this sounds like the right carpentry opportunity for you, apply today!
ABOUT POLAR FIELD SERVICES, INC.
We are a rare company. Since 1999, we've been taking our clients wherever they need to go, no matter how remote the location or challenging the conditions may be. We plan their expeditions, keep them safe in places that are anything but, and supply food, shelter, power, water, and waste removal. We then return the site to such a pristine condition no one would ever know we were there. We haven't been everywhere. Just a lot of places most people haven't.
Our team is made up of skilled people who are passionate about supporting cutting-edge science and making a difference in our world. As thanks for their courage and hard work, we offer excellent compensation and outstanding benefits. We take our jobs seriously, but our company culture is relaxed, dog-friendly, and casually dressed. We are looking to add more adventurous souls to our team!
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A CARPENTER
As a Carpenter, you are deployed to a remote research station in Greenland, where you conduct skilled carpentry work on a variety of structures. Working in a harsh, unpredictable, and underdeveloped environment, you perform everything from rough framing to finish carpentry using power saws, drills, routers, and a variety of other materials and tools. Interpreting and following blueprints to ensure you are meeting exact specifications, you assemble structural steel, floors, walls, drywall, hardware, and roof framing for new and existing construction. You also fabricate specialized cabinets, crates, scientific components, and furniture.
In addition to building and performing repairs, you manage your inventory of tools and materials, ordering new equipment and supplies or coordinating exchanges with other departments as necessary. You also oversee the work of a trades helper, and you assist with general camp operations to help maintain a safe, clean work environment. Your satisfaction comes from working on fascinating projects in a challenging environment and contributing to international scientific progress!
QUALIFICATIONS FOR A CARPENTER
- 4 years of experience in most phases of carpentry, including rough framing (both wood and steel framing) and finish carpentry
- Ability to read design drawings and build to precise specifications
- Ability to travel to and reside in Greenland for an extended period of time
- Ability to work in harsh, unpredictable outdoor conditions and extremely cold temperatures
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license
Experience with metal stud framing, drywall hanging, drywall finishing, and commercial or industrial facility construction is preferred. First aid training and experience in remote, cold, or polar environments would be a plus. Accredited OSHA training course completion is preferred as well.
Are you thorough, conscientious, and committed to safety? Can you quickly adapt to changing conditions and develop new strategies to overcome unforeseen challenges? Do you treat others with understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness, even in stressful situations? If yes, you might just be perfect for this construction position!
WORK SCHEDULE
This construction position is a seasonal role that requires deployment to Raven Camp, Greenland. Deployments vary in length and usually occur between April and September. During your deployment, you will typically work a 54-hour week that includes 6 9-hour shifts per week. The typical schedule may shift based on conditions and work requirements. It may include 12-hour days, early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR CONSTRUCTION TEAM?
If you feel that you would be right for this seasonal carpentry job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!
Location: 80217
Job offers are contingent on the completion of a satisfactory background check and may include physical and dental examinations as required by the National Science Foundation.
Salary : $1,700 - $2,300
