Construction Foreman - Lead Carpenter

Polar Field Services, Inc. • Littleton, CO

79d • $2,047 - $2,425 • Onsite

About The Position

Polar Field Services, Inc. is hiring a seasonal Arctic Construction Foreman to lead carpentry and construction work at Summit Station, Greenland. The foreman constructs and maintains buildings at a remote field station, coordinating and supervising skilled trade craftsmen while working alongside the crew to complete projects on time. The role involves reading blueprints, planning projects, completing material take-offs, tracking inventory, and preparing redlines and as-builts when needed. The position requires working in extreme temperatures and adapting to the challenges of a remote polar environment. Deployments vary in length and usually take place between April and September. The schedule is generally 54 hours per week, Monday through Saturday, and may vary with weather and work requirements. The posted weekly wage is $2,047–$2,425, including a health and welfare benefit of $4.22 per hour for the first 40 hours worked each week. The company pays expenses while at Summit Station and for travel to and from the station. Job offers are contingent on a satisfactory background check and may include physical and dental examinations as required by the National Science Foundation.

Requirements

• At least 6 years of extensive carpentry experience, including design, rough framing, and finish carpentry.
• At least 2 years of experience as a carpentry foreman, lead, or supervisor.
• Experience working with and leading a diverse skilled trade team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with OSHA standards and safety requirements.
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures.
• Willingness to drive a snowmobile and other polar vehicles.
• Valid passport and driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in remote, cold environments.
• Ironwork and structural steel building assembly experience.
• Experience building commercial or industrial facilities.
• Completion of accredited OSHA training courses.
• First aid training.

Responsibilities

• Construct and maintain buildings at the remote field station.
• Coordinate and supervise a team of skilled trade craftsmen while working alongside them.
• Help ensure jobs are completed on time.
• Read blueprints and plan projects.
• Complete material take-offs and track available inventory.
• Create redlines and as-builts when needed.
• Follow applicable safety requirements while working in extreme temperatures and remote conditions.

Benefits

• Weekly wage of $2,047–$2,425, including the stated health and welfare benefit.
• Health and welfare benefit of $4.22 per hour for the first 40 hours worked each week.
• Expenses paid while at Summit Station and for travel to and from the station.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed