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PpbPOSITION: /b Waste Management Specialist /p pbSEASON: /b Austral Winter (March 2026 - Oct 2026) /p pbLOCATION: /b Palmer Station, Antarctica /p pbSECTOR/DEPT: /b Six Mile, LLC Antarctica /p h3ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: /h3 ul liAct as point of contact for Waste Management and attend weekly staff meetings and weekly teleconferences. /li liCollect and package for shipment all solid and hazardous wastes on station. /li liFollow all SOPs associated with position duties. /li liEnsure proper documentation and filing of all paperwork on time. /li liReview/update JHA and SDS binders and computer folders. /li liUsing the proper PPE for various tasks (correct gloves, respirator, safety glasses, etc.). /li liQuality checks all shipping containers and correct discrepancies immediately. /li liProcess hazardous and radioactive waste per SOPs. This includes marking, labeling, weighing, and storing the drums or items into a shipping container. /li liPerform certain classification qualitative testing on items (pH testing, flash point testing, etc.). /li liConsolidate and lab pack wastes as required per profile and classification. /li liSafely operate various pieces of equipment on station (Skytrax, ATVs, etc.). /li liStore processed hazardous wastes according to segregation requirements. /li liKeep waste inventory records updated and accurate. /li liPerform quality‑assurance checks on inventory database and files. /li liProvide hazardous waste, solid waste and spill briefings. /li liAct as Spill Team Lead for entire station, write spill reports, and conduct trainings and drills. /li liOrganize, orient, and train members of Spill Team for outside spill response. Coordinate with staff of the visiting vessels as applicable. /li liMaintain inventory of spill supplies in the two spill‑vans and satellite spill kits. /li liAssist station mechanic with weekly station fueling activities. /li liMaintain / deploy spill‑boom supplies for station fueling. /li liAssist with general station needs, including snow removal, radio communications on assigned day, mini‑GASH, GASH, and House Mouse activities. /li liConduct community Waste Briefs or other informational sessions if necessary. /li liCollect and process Resale Items as needed. /li liMaintain Maximo Resale work orders and provide end of season Maximo report to McMurdo Resale Admin and ASC Property Manager. /li liMaintain a flexible schedule based on Vessel Operations, unusual hours, and other station‑wide activities. /li liEnsure seasonal replacement receives proper training and maintain a log of this information. /li liTroubleshoot any issues that arise and elevate them as needed. /li liSupply manual labor (shoveling) for several hours if needed. /li liPerform regular use of drum dollies, cargo straps, banding, shovels, pallet jacks, power tools and other tools. /li liPerform regular physical activity, including bending, consistently lifting and carrying, reaching and gripping. /li liDisplay self‑motivation in physically challenging and atypical work environment; position is comprised of approximately 70% outdoor tasking. /li liMaintain flexibility and positive attitude in a dynamic, fast‑paced work setting. /li liPerform duties in support of Operations Division metrics (as provided by supervisor). /li liSupport the achievement of ASC metrics, whether metrics are directly or indirectly, effected by this position's work activities. /li liComply with all ASC Environmental Health Safety, and Quality Assurance, requirements and goals. Provides documentation to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation. /li liWork to achieve ASC goals and contractual commitments. /li liResponsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace. /li liPerform other duties as required. /li /ul pReports to Hazardous Waste Manager and Solid Waste Manager. /p h3REQUIREMENTS: /h3 ul li2 years (or Antarctic seasons) of USAP Waste Management experience. /li liCollege degree (2 additional years of experience will substitute). /li liStrong computer software experience. /li liAble to lift 50 pounds consistently and wear a respirator. /li liValid Driver's License and Passport valid for six months after contract end. /li liPhysically able to be active for 9 hours daily. /li liMust be able to lift the safety regulation maximum. /li liMust pass physical qualification assessment. /li liAble to deploy to Antarctica for length of contract. /li /ul h3PREFERRED: /h3 ul li1 year of Hazardous Materials shipping/characterization or reporting experience, or 2 years of Environmental remediation. /li li1 year of supervisory experience. /li li1 year of High School Chemistry or equivalent. /li li1 quarter of college General Chemistry. /li liCollege degree in Chemistry or Environmental Science. /li liOSHA HazWOPER 40‑Hour, current. /li liFamiliarity with power tools and machinery. /li liEquipment operating experience. /li liPrevious management or supervisory experience. /li /ul h3EDUCATION: /h3 pCollege degree (2 additional years of experience will substitute). /p h3CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR LICENSING REQUIREMENTS: /h3 pValid Driver's License and passport valid for six months after end of contract. /p h3OTHER: /h3 pUS citizenship or permanent residency required. /p pA prerequisite of employment for this position is to successfully gain a favorable Elevated Background Investigation (EBI) result prior to deployment. Candidates hired for this position will be required to complete online forms, written forms, fingerprint cards and provide additional details and information as requested by the National Science Foundation (NSF) Personnel Security office. /p pWe are committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers. /p pIf you require assistance in the application process, please contact us at: /p pWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to race, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. EEO is the Law poster. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
