Insulator

Seasonal Contract posit i on supporting the National Science Foundation managed United States Antarctic Program as part of the Antarctic Support Contract (ASC). The Insulator will perform maintenance or construction tasking, or any combination thereof, under the supervision of the Assistant Fa cilities Maintenance Supervisor . Tasking is based on ASC schedule requirements. Position Responsibilities (not all inclusive): Perform hands-on insulation tasks on maintenance and construction projects utilizing a variety of materials and tools Install insulation on piping, walls, and other surfaces Maintain and repair existing insulation Remove and reinstall insulation as needed to facilitate repairs to piping and heat trace Install temporary insulation on piping as needed until permanent insulation can be installed Perform minor sheet metal work as required Timely response to emergency service calls during and outside of normal working hours Accurate and thorough documentation of hours worked, tasking performed, materials used, and processes involved Advise immediate Supervisor of job progress and material/labor requirements Accomplish tasking working from Job Plans, verbal information, schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, documents, vendor/manufacturer manuals, and applicable specifications and codes. Follow established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and create or revise SOPs as needed Perform tasking outdoors in environmentally challenging conditions including wind and extreme cold weather Use solid decision-making ability and sound judgment to safely and effectively solve problems Proactively identify any unsafe conditions or hazards and communicate them effectively Work directly with other departments to plan and complete tasking Learn and use computer-based labor, material, and maintenance tracking applications May deploy to remote research support facilities for day trips or extended periods (McMurdo only)Occasionally utilize the assistance of other station personnel to complete tasking, or assist other trades or departments with their tasking Comply with all ASC Environmental, Safety and Health (ESH), Waste Management and Quality Assurance requirements Participate in Work Center Safety Program and ASC safety objectives Participate in community programs such as “house-mouse” (chores), “daisy-picking” (station clean-up), “GASH” (galley clean-up at Palmer), and recycling efforts Perform other duties as required Required Education, Experience, Certificates and Licenses : High School diploma or GED Minimum four years’ experience in all phases of industrial insulation to include installation, repair , and removal Expected Skills and Competencies: Experience with pipe insulation, including fabrication of metal sheathing Experience in construction and maintenance of commercial and/or industrial facilities Ability to read and interpret design drawings, specifications, and diagrams Possess prior computer experience and be able and willing to learn and effectively utilize computer-based labor, inventory, and maintenance tracking applications Possess the competencies, willingness and ability to perform the duties of position Preferred : Experience with Maximo or other Computerized Maintenance Management System Physical and/or Other Requirements : Willingness and ability to deploy to Antarctica for extended periods Successful completion of Medical and Dental examinations required by the NSF for deployment to Antarctica Successful completion of drug screening and background check required by employer Successful completion of Federal Background Check required by the NSF 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 . Valid Driver’s License issued in the United States Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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