South Pole Machinist

Luis Barreiro Lab Inc

Chicago, IL, United States
$75,000.00 - $100,000.00 py
On-site
Operate and maintain machine shop
Provide machining support
Assist with assembly and setup
The South Pole Machinist operates and maintains the MAPO machine shop located at the NSF Amundsen-Scott research station in Antarctica

Job Summary

  • The South Pole Machinist operates and maintains the MAPO machine shop located at the NSF Amundsen-Scott research station in Antarctica.
  • This role requires a continuous stay at the South Pole for approximately eleven months, providing on-site machinist services to scientists and engineers.
  • Responsibilities include maintaining the machine shop, providing machining support, assisting with equipment assembly and testing, and performing fieldwork for instrument deployment.

Matching Summary

The South Pole Machinist operates and maintains the MAPO machine shop located at the NSF Amundsen-Scott research station in Antarctica.

Salary

$75,000.00 - $100,000.00

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Operate and maintain machine shop
  • Provide machining support
  • Assist with assembly and setup
  • Work in cold, harsh environment
  • Climb, operate machines and power tools

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with telescopes
  • Experience with cryogenic systems
  • Experience with radio electronics
  • Problem-solving and organization skills
  • Ability to work independently and in teams

Key Requirements

  • 2-5 years of work experience
  • Vocational training or equivalent experience
  • Pass physical and mental qualifying exams

Work Rights

Not specified

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