Waste Management Specialist (Summer 2026-2027) - South Pole Ice Cube

Antarctic Program•Centennial, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

POSITION: Waste Management Specialist SEASON: Austral Summer (October - February) LOCATION : South Pole, Antarctica SECTOR/DEPT : Six Mile, LLC Antarctica ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinate with Managers to set priority and schedule for the season Coordinate with other departments to ensure efficient pick up and processing of waste Attend weekly meetings associated with position Conduct community Waste Briefs or other informational sessions Troubleshoot any issues that arise and elevate them as needed Pick up hazardous waste and associated paperwork from various departments on station, assuring quality of information on Hazardous Waste Identification Sheet (HWIS) Process waste accordingly. This includes marking, weighing, and storing the drums or items into a shipping container. Updating the HWIS form with any required information and determining disposition of solid waste Perform certain classification qualitative testing on items (pH testing, flash point testing, etc.) Assist with Hazardous Waste Labpacking under direction of Hazardous Waste Manager Safe operation of skid steer Quality check all shipping containers and correct discrepancies immediately Follow all JHAs, and update them if needed Assume Spill Lead role: Respond to all spills safety and appropriately Clean up or coordinate clean up of all spills and write spill reports Regular use of drum dollies, cargo straps, banding, shovels, pallet jacks, power tools and other tools Position requires regular physical activity, including bending, consistently lifting and carrying, reaching and gripping Able to participate in a team unit composed of diverse personalities Displays self-motivation in physically challenging and atypical work environment; position is comprised of approximately 70% outdoor tasking Able to maintain flexibility and positive attitude in a dynamic, fast-paced work setting Performs duties in support of Operations Division metrics (as provided by supervisor) Supports the achievement of ASC metrics, whether metrics are directly or indirectly, effected by this position's work activities Complies 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 Works to achieve ASC goals and contractual commitments Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace Perform other duties as required Reports to Hazardous Waste Manager and Solid Waste Manager

Requirements

Previous Antarctic deployment
High school diploma or equivalent
Proficient computer skills, including Excel and Outlook
Able to lift 50 pounds consistently
Familiarity with power tools and machinery
Equipment operating experience
Valid Driver's License and Passport valid for six months after contract end
Physically able to be active for 9 hours daily
Must be able to lift the safety regulation maximum
Must pass physical qualification assessment
Able to deploy to Antarctica for length of contract

Nice To Haves

Previous USAP Waste Management experience
1 year of Hazardous Materials shipping/characterization or reporting experience ' OR ' 2 years of Environmental remediation.
1 quarter of college General Chemistry
College degree in Chemistry or Environmental Science
OSHA HazWOPER 40-Hour, current

Responsibilities

Coordinate with Managers to set priority and schedule for the season
Coordinate with other departments to ensure efficient pick up and processing of waste
Attend weekly meetings associated with position
Conduct community Waste Briefs or other informational sessions
Troubleshoot any issues that arise and elevate them as needed
Pick up hazardous waste and associated paperwork from various departments on station, assuring quality of information on Hazardous Waste Identification Sheet (HWIS)
Process waste accordingly. This includes marking, weighing, and storing the drums or items into a shipping container.
Updating the HWIS form with any required information and determining disposition of solid waste
Perform certain classification qualitative testing on items (pH testing, flash point testing, etc.)
Assist with Hazardous Waste Labpacking under direction of Hazardous Waste Manager
Safe operation of skid steer
Quality check all shipping containers and correct discrepancies immediately
Follow all JHAs, and update them if needed
Assume Spill Lead role: Respond to all spills safety and appropriately
Clean up or coordinate clean up of all spills and write spill reports
Regular use of drum dollies, cargo straps, banding, shovels, pallet jacks, power tools and other tools
Performs duties in support of Operations Division metrics (as provided by supervisor)
Supports the achievement of ASC metrics, whether metrics are directly or indirectly, effected by this position's work activities
Complies 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
Works to achieve ASC goals and contractual commitments
Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace
Perform other duties as required