The Light Vehicle Technician is responsible for inspecting and servicing power equipment used by field parties in Antarctica.
Position Responsibilities:
Performs maintenance, diagnosis and repair of generators and small equipment, snowmobiles, and ATVs. Performs rebuilds on engines, drive trains or components or equipment. Provides training for personnel on the safe use of the above equipment.
In field camps, works as Equipment Operator as required, including, but not limited to: grooming the skiway and loading/unloading aircraft. Trains camp staff on proper equipment and vehicle usage. Contributes to field camp end of season report, as required. Required to perform a variety of tasks, such as shoveling, cargo organization and movement, and fueling aircraft, vehicles and buildings.
Operates and maintains equipment including compressors, presses, air tools, electric power tools, forklifts, grooming equipment, etc.
Required Education, Experience, Certificates and Licenses:
A minimum of four years’ experience in maintenance and repair of diesel and gasoline small engines and generators is required, or three years’ experience in maintenance and repair of diesel and gasoline small engines and generators with at least one season experience working on vehicles in Antarctica.
Physical and/or Other Requirements:
Must be willing and able to lift and move items, parts, assemblies, and equipment up to the safety regulation maximum as required by the position.
Must be willing and able to perform physical activities including heavy lifting, climbing in and out of equipment, crawling, and working outdoors in extreme cold as required by the position.
Must participate in community programs, such as “house-mouse” (chores), “daisy-picking” (cleaning-up around the station), recycling efforts & safety objectives.
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