Shop Foreman

Job Description

Position Responsibilities:

Directs the maintenance and repair of Antarctic equipment.

Functions as recognized technical expert in the field of Antarctic equipment maintenance and repair.

Performs extremely complex repairs on a broad range of equipment in the shop and in the field.

Responsible for corrective maintenance accomplishment as outlined by program management.

Directs the work of all skilled workers, administrators and helpers engaged in the repair and upkeep of assigned mobile and stationary equipment, associated tooling and materials, and supporting parts stock.

Ensures work request priorities are completed and adjusts tasking as mission requires

in order to

meet urgent needs.

Coordinates work requirements and

assigns

personnel to specific tasks.

Executes and/or

monitors

all in-progress work to ensure quality,

timely

completion

and control of material.

Delegates assigned tasks and

performs

inspections of all work in progress

on a daily basis
.

Documents work order progress and

communicates

issues that arise with customers and management.

Maintains records of shop activities, on both individual work orders and permanent technical documentation.

Prepares and

submits

reports on the progress of all new work projects, and individuals assigned.

Generates requisitions for supplies
.

Provides assessments of and recommendations for, equipment.

Supports achievement of ASC metrics, whether metrics can be directly or indirectly affected by this position's activities
.

Complies with

ASC Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and

goals
,

and

ensures that subordinate employees do the same.

Maintains and provides documentation to others as necessary to ensure adequate legal documentation
.

Handles confidential matters (personnel actions, management reports, etc.)

in accordance with

management policy.

Responsible for the training and development of the crew assigned, to include a healthy safety culture and an environment of technical competence and professional execution of a world-class maintenance program.

Responsible for the safety and accountability of the crew assigned, to include

maintaining

a safe workplace program and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace

Performs other duties as required
.

SPoT

Only:

Operates heavy equipment for assigned traverse for no less than a 50-day duration to the South Pole and back at least once max twice
.

Live and work in close quarters with up to 10 people for the duration of the traverse
.

Field Camps Only:

Diagnoses

troubleshoots
, repairs, and

maintains

construction,

agriculture

and heavy support equipment.

Diagnoses

troubleshoots
, repairs, and

maintains

small engines and diesel fired heaters.

Performs service, maintenance,

repairs

and overhauls

in accordance with

manufacturers' recommendations
.

Analyzes and diagnoses mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electric, and electronic faults.

Live and work in close quarters

for the duration of the field season in a remote camp setting.

Operates heavy equipment for assigned traverse or camp.

Lifts,

moves

and/or installs heavy parts and assemblies safely, using basic tooling and PPE. May perform work outside in severe weather conditions.

Required Education, Experience, Certificates and Licenses:
High School diploma or GED
Minimum of eight years of experience in machinery trades, including small engine, automotive or heavy equipment maintenance and repair, or relevant mechanical experience is required.
Must have proven leadership capabilities
Expected Skills and Competencies:
Knowledge of sound mechanical practices as applied to commercial and special purpose equipment, using chemicals and tools, methods of handling heavy mechanisms, internal combustion engines and electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
Team player and group dynamics are of the utmost importance.
Preferred:
Two years' experience in a supervisory or leadership position
Two years' training at a technical school is preferred.
Physical and/or Other Requirements
:
Willingness and ability to deploy to Antarctica for extended periods
Successful completion of Medical and Dental examinations required by the NSF for deployment to Antarctica
Successful completion of drug screening and background check required by employer
Successful completion of Federal Background Check required by the NSF
Must be willing and able to lift and move items, parts, assemblies, and equipment up to the safety regulation maximum as required by the position.
Must be willing and able to perform physical activities including heavy lifting, climbing in and out of equipment, crawling, and working outdoors in extreme cold as required by the position.
Must participate in community programs, such as "house-mouse" (chores), "daisy-picking" (cleaning-up around the station), recycling efforts & safety objectives.
Valid Driver's License issued in the United States
Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.