Carpenter - Summit Station, Greenland

Polar Field Services • Littleton, CO

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Polar Field Services, Inc. is hiring a seasonal Carpenter to maintain, repair, and build National Science Foundation-funded structures at a remote research station in Greenland. The role involves skilled carpentry in a harsh, unpredictable, underdeveloped environment and supports scientific research. Deployments vary in length and usually take place between April and September.

The Carpenter performs rough framing and finish carpentry, interprets blueprints and design drawings, and assembles structural steel, floors, walls, drywall, hardware, and roof framing for new and existing construction. The role also includes fabricating specialized cabinets, crates, scientific components, and furniture; managing tools and materials; arranging equipment and supply orders or exchanges; overseeing a trades helper; and assisting with general camp operations to maintain a safe, clean work environment.

The position pays $1,900 to $2,364 per week, plus an hourly health and welfare benefit of $4.22 for the first 40 hours worked each week. During deployment, the typical schedule is 54 hours per week across six 9-hour shifts, with schedules subject to change based on conditions and work requirements. Work may include 12-hour days, early mornings, evenings, and weekends. Employment is contingent on a satisfactory background check and may include physical and dental examinations as required by the National Science Foundation.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of experience in most phases of carpentry, including rough framing in wood and steel 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.
• Ability to work in harsh, unpredictable outdoor conditions and extremely cold temperatures.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with metal stud framing, drywall hanging and finishing, and commercial or industrial facility construction.
• First aid training.
• Experience in remote, cold, or polar environments.
• Completion of an accredited OSHA training course.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and build structures at a remote research station.
• Perform rough framing and finish carpentry using power saws, drills, routers, and other tools and materials.
• Interpret and follow blueprints and design drawings to meet precise specifications.
• Assemble structural steel, floors, walls, drywall, hardware, and roof framing for new and existing construction.
• Fabricate specialized cabinets, crates, scientific components, and furniture.
• Manage tools and materials inventory, order supplies and equipment, and coordinate exchanges with other departments as needed.
• Oversee the work of a trades helper.
• Assist with general camp operations and help maintain a safe, clean work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive wage of $1,900 to $2,364 per week.
• Hourly health and welfare benefit of $4.22 for the first 40 hours worked each week.
• Excellent compensation and outstanding benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED