Trades Helper - Raven Camp, Greenland

In this seasonal position, you lend a vital helping hand to the skilled tradesmen at our international facility in the Arctic. Every day, you are ready to jump right in and tackle anything requested of you. Under the guidance of our experienced team, you assist with a variety of important tasks, including clearing snow, groundwork, and construction. Efficient and safety-conscious, you help out with any carpentry, plumbing, and electrical duties that arise.

Nothing gets past you as you keep our facilities painted and insulated from the cold. Your workspace is always organized, clean, and hazard-free. Every shift brings new, exciting experiences as you drive trucks and polar vehicles out on the ice sheet. Organized and attentive to detail, you perform equipment and materials inventory checks as well as maintain accurate and thorough documentation of hours worked, tasks performed, materials used, and processes involved.

No matter the weather, your disposition remains sunny and work-ethic strong. A team player, you always attend safety meetings and morning pre-task stretching sessions. You also readily assist your team with all aspects of camp support, including cooking, equipment operation, digging, and camp construction. Every day brings a new adventure, and you thrive in a new and exciting environment. You love waking up in a gorgeous new location and working with an amazing team!

• High school diploma OR equivalent
• 2+ years of experience in general construction, maintenance, or farm and trail work
• Valid driver's license and United States passport
• Willingness to work outside on various job sites in extreme weather conditions

Experience with remote and cold or polar environments would be beneficial. Prior completion of accredited OSHA training courses would be a plus. Are you a team player? Can you follow directions from a variety of skilled trades workers? Are you flexible with a positive can-do attitude? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Are you adaptable, especially during potentially volatile weather conditions? Can you remain friendly, courteous, and tactful, no matter the circumstance? Are you organized and efficient? Do you relate well to people from varied backgrounds? If yes, you might just be perfect for this seasonal position!

Deployment is approximately April through June. This international position typically works 9-hour days, 6 days per week and enjoys Sunday off. Additional hours will occasionally be needed. The schedule can vary based on location, seasonal weather conditions, and work requirements. 

If you feel that you would be right for this seasonal general labor job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Location: 80217

Job offers are contingent on the completion of a satisfactory background check and may include physical and dental examinations as required by the National Science Foundation.