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Journeyman Electricians needed in Antarctica!

 

THIS POSITION DOES NOT REQUIRE A SECURITY CLEARANCE

 

Supports the National Science Foundation managed United States Antarctic Program as part of the Antarctic Support Contract (ASC). Electrician Foreman will supervise and perform electrical maintenance or construction work, or any combination thereof, under the supervision of the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor. Tasking is based on employee’s prior work experience and ASC schedule requirements.

 

 

GENERAL DUTIES (not all inclusive):

• Supervise the activities of FEMC Electric Shop, Electricians, and Electrician Apprentices

• Supervise and perform hands-on installation of branch circuits, power distribution wiring, electrical equipment, fixtures, and conduit in compliance with the National Electric Code (NEC)

• Supervise and perform hands-on diagnosis, repair, and scheduled Preventative Maintenance on existing systems, equipment, fixtures, and infrastructure

• Follow ASC Electrical Safety Program and promote electrical safety throughout the United States Antarctic Program

• Timely response to emergency service calls during and outside normal working hours

• Maintain effective communication between departments and represent department as needed at operational meetings

• Assist with ensuring accurate material and labor charge code use, and accurate timecard submittal

• Interact with the National Science Foundation, military and other agency officials, both over the telephone and in person

• Accurate and thorough documentation of hours worked, tasking performed, materials used, and processes involved

• Advise supervisor of job progress, material/labor requirements, and personnel matters

• Accomplish tasking utilizing design drawings, specifications, and diagrams

• Follow established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), suggest revisions as needed, and create SOPs as directed

• Perform tasking outdoors in environmentally challenging conditions including wind and extreme cold weather

• Routinely utilize independent judgment and discretion to identify potential issues and solve problems

• Proactively identify any unsafe conditions, hazards, or Code violations and communicate them effectively

• Work directly with other departments to plan and complete tasking

• Learn and effectively utilize computer based labor, material, and maintenance tracking applications

• May deploy to remote research support facilities for day trips or extended periods (McMurdo Only)

• Evaluate labor and material needs for tasking and assign duties to subordinate staff as appropriate

• Interpret schedules, design drawings, specifications and diagrams to carry out tasking

• Routinely inspect worksites and evaluate staff tasking

• Ensure staff attendance of required trainings and maintain records of departmental trainings

• Evaluate and identify job hazards and effectively communicate information to staff verbally and in writing through various venues, including weekly and daily crew meetings

• Responsible for providing timely performance feedback to staff and timely submission of end-of-season evaluations to Human Resources

• Provide suggestions and recommendations for re-hiring, termination and advancement of staff

• Works with Human Resources to address conflict or personnel issues as they arise

• Handle confidential matters (personnel actions, management reports, etc) in accordance with management policy and with the highest degree of professionalism

• Communicate professionally, both orally and in writing, with subordinates as needed to relay information they need in order to be successful in their jobs. This includes, but is not limited to, staff meetings, performance appraisals, job requirements, division metrics, Quality Assurance procedures, and safety practices.

• Assist with the ordering of resupply materials for the department to maintain adequate inventory on station

• Access, review, and approve employee Deltek timesheets and Maximo Work Orders

• Occasionally utilize the assistance of other station personnel to complete tasking, or assist other trades or departments with their tasking

• Comply with all ASC Environmental, Safety and Health (ESH), Waste Management and Quality Assurance requirements

• Implement and maintain Work Center Safety Program and participate in ASC safety objectives

• Participate in community programs such as “house-mouse” (chores), “daisy-picking” (station clean-up), “GASH” (galley clean-up at Palmer), and recycling efforts

• Perform other duties as required

 

 

REQUIRED:

• A current Journeyman Electrician license , a current Master Electrician license, or equivalent Union membership in good standing. A Journeyman license requiring less than 8,000 hours or of the Residential type shall not be considered. Minimum eight years of documented experience in all phases of electrical work, including rough-in, trim-out, wiring of electrical equipment and fixtures, conduit installation, power distribution wiring including voltages up to 4160, and design /layout of electrical systems

• Must have been in a lead, Foreman, or supervisory position for a minimum of three of the eight years of experience

• Thorough knowledge of the current National Electrical Code and the principles of electricity

• Experience in construction and maintenance of commercial and/or industrial facilities

• Ability to diagnose electrical issues and maintain, adjust, repair, and replace electrical systems and components

• Ability to read and interpret design drawings, specifications, and diagrams

• Minimum intermediate level computer skills with MS Office Suite experience to include Word, Excel and Outlook

• Be able and willing to learn and effectively utilize computer based labor, inventory, and maintenance tracking applications

• Possess the competencies, willingness, and ability to perform the duties of position

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Valid Driver’s License issued in the United States

• Willingness and ability to deploy to Antarctica for extended periods is required.

• Must be willing and able to lift and move items, parts, assemblies and equipment up to the safety regulation maximum.

• Must be willing and able to perform physical activities including heavy lifting, climbing in and out of equipment, crawling, and working outdoors.

• Must successfully complete the physical, dental and psychological (if applicable) examinations as required by the NSF for deploying to Antarctica.

• Must participate in community programs, such as “house-mouse” (chores), “daisy-picking” (cleaning-up around the station), recycling efforts & safety objectives.

• US citizenship or US Permanent Resident Status is required.

 

 

PREFERRED:

• Training or certification on NFPA 70E: Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace

Experience with installation, repair, and maintenance of heat trace on outdoor insulated piping

• Experience with installation, repair, and maintenance of permanently installed UPS systems

• Experience with installation, repair, and maintenance of motor controls and Variable Frequency Drives

• Experience with Maximo or other Computerized Maintenance Management System

• Experience with installation, repair, and maintenance of airfield runway lighting (McMurdo only)

• Experience with maintenance and installation of fire alarm systems and components (South Pole and Palmer)

 

 

PAE is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.

 

 

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Location:
OCONUS - Antarctica, Colorado
Country:
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