Maintenance Technician (Seasonal) - Greenland Research StationPolar Field Services, Inc.
About UsPolar Field Services supports world-class science in the most remote environments-safely, sustainably, and reliably.
The RoleKeep mission-critical equipment and facilities running in the Arctic. You'll diagnose, maintain, and repair a wide range of assets in a challenging, team-oriented setting.
Key Responsibilities
• Diagnose, service, and repair snowmobiles, power generation systems, and heavy-duty vehicles
• Use computerized diagnostic tools to troubleshoot and resolve issues
• Perform minor electrical, plumbing, and heating repairs
• Execute preventive maintenance; complete logs and work reports
• Collaborate across station teams to support safe, efficient operations
Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years maintaining tracked heavy-duty equipment
• 5+ years facilities maintenance (welding/fabrication experience)
• Proficiency with diagnostic software, tools, and Microsoft Office
• Able to drive trucks, snowmobiles, and other polar vehicles
• Meet physical demands (confined spaces, extended standing, extreme cold)
• Valid U.S. passport and driver's license
Compensation & Benefits
• $2,600 - $2,900 per week (salary)
• Employer-covered travel to/from Greenland
• On-site expenses paid while deployed
• A rare opportunity to support cutting-edge science in the Arctic
Work Schedule
• Deployment to Summit Station, Greenland
• Dates of Deployment: February to March, April to June, June to August, August to September or October to February
• Minimum 54 hours/week
ApplySubmit your application via our online portal. Join us in making a difference in one of the most extraordinary places on Earth.
Polar Field Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (including disability/veterans).
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.