Waste Stream Coordinator (Summer 2026-2027) - South Pole

Antarctic Program•Centennial, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for collecting, processing, and loading solid waste and recyclables for shipment to Port Hueneme, CA on annual shipping vessel. Operation of front-end loaders, skid steers, and articulating forklift, as well as several types of industrial balers and an industrial tub wood grinder Perform truck weigh station duties during vessel operations Regular use of cargo straps, banding, pallet jacks, and power tools. Position requires constant physical activity, including bending, consistently lifting and carrying 50 - 70 lbs, reaching and gripping. Perform ancillary support to station Spill Team, including on-call duties after hours and possible night shift duties. Agrees with and adheres to the Standard Operating Procedures and tasking responsibilities of the Waste department. Able to work 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

Requirements

Experience living on remote job site
Equipment operating experience
Familiarity with power tools and machinery
Able to stand for up to 12 hours daily
Must be able to lift the safety regulation maximum and perform functions requiring repetitive motion required
Must pass physical qualification assessment
Able to deploy to Antarctica for length of contract
Possible travel to spill school within the US
Valid Driver's License and passport valid for six months after end of contract.
High school diploma or equivalent
US citizenship or permanent residency required.
A 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 request by the National Science Foundation (NSF) Personnel Security office.

Nice To Haves

Previous USAP Waste Management experience
Previous deployment to Antarctica

Responsibilities

Collecting, processing, and loading solid waste and recyclables for shipment
Operation of front-end loaders, skid steers, and articulating forklift, as well as several types of industrial balers and an industrial tub wood grinder
Perform truck weigh station duties during vessel operations
Regular use of cargo straps, banding, pallet jacks, and power tools
Perform ancillary support to station Spill Team, including on-call duties after hours and possible night shift duties
Adheres to the Standard Operating Procedures and tasking responsibilities of the Waste department
Works in a team unit composed of diverse personalities
Maintains flexibility and positive attitude in a dynamic, fast-paced work setting
Performs duties in support of Operations Division metrics
Supports the achievement of ASC metrics
Complies with all ASC Environmental Health & Safety, and Quality Assurance, requirements and goals
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