What are the responsibilities and job description for the Carpenter position at Polar Field Services, Inc.?
Advance your career as a seasonal Carpenter with Polar Field Services, Inc. We're seeking someone who has experience with every phase of carpentry to maintain and build structures at Toolik Field Station outside of Fairbanks, Alaska. If you've been searching for adventure, you've found it!
Why should you join our team? For starters, we're prepared to offer our seasonal Carpenters a generous wage of $33.22 - $33.88/hr. Plus, our team also receives an hourly health and welfare benefit of $4.22/hour for the first 40 hours worked each week. We'll even sweeten the deal by paying for all expenses while in and traveling to and from Toolik Field Station. Keep reading to learn more about this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!
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!
YOUR ADVENTURE AS A CARPENTER
In this seasonal role, you are an essential member of our field team. This remote location presents unique challenges: extreme temperatures, close quarters, and limited transportation. But you've never been one to run from a challenge. Your years of carpentry experience plus your problem-solving abilities make you the perfect person to build and maintain structures at our field camp.
A highly organized person, you plan out projects and create material lists. You also understand how to read drawings and build to specifications. From rough framing to finish carpentry, you know how to handle any task that comes your way. Throughout each project, you keep a careful log of the materials used so our inventory record is always up-to-date.
Your construction talents aren't limited to woodworking. You also assemble structural steel buildings, hang drywall, and install tile. As a flexible team player, you also assist with snow removal and erect and dismantle tents and portable buildings. Thanks to you, our facilities are weather-tight and comfortable in this beautiful, frozen land!
WHAT WE'RE SEARCHING FOR IN A CARPENTER
We're looking for an adaptable, positive person with the following qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 4 years of extensive carpentry experience, including rough framing and finish carpentry
- Ability to read plans and build to specifications
- Experience installing doors and windows
- Ability to design and build stairs and roofs
- Ability to work in extreme temperatures
- Willingness to drive a snowmobile and other polar vehicles
- Valid driver's license
Experience with commercial or industrial facility construction is preferred but not required. Metal stud framing, drywall hanging, and drywall finishing experience would be an asset. Experience with remote, cold environments would be beneficial. Prior completion of accredited OSHA training courses and first aid training would be a plus. If you're interested in this exciting construction position, we want to meet you!
WORK SCHEDULE FOR A CARPENTER
Deployments vary in length and usually occur between April through September. This seasonal construction position works 50-hour weeks, Monday - Saturday. The schedule can vary based on weather conditions, and work requirements.
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
If you feel that you would be right for this seasonal construction job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!
Location: 99775
Salary : $33 - $34
