Waste Management Specialist (Winter 2026) - South Pole

POSITION : Waste Management Specialist

SEASON : Austral Summer (February - September)

LOCATION : South Pole Station, Antarctica

SECTOR / DEPT : Six Mile, LLC Antarctica

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Coordinate with Hazardous and Solid Waste Managers and South Pole Operations Manager to set priority and schedule for the season

Coordinate with other departments to ensure efficient pick up and processing of waste

Attend weekly meetings associated with position

Conduct community Waste Briefs or other informational sessions

Troubleshoot any issues that arise and elevate them as needed

Pick up hazardous waste and associated paperwork from various departments on station, assuring quality of information on Hazardous Waste Identification Sheet (HWIS)

Process waste accordingly. This includes marking, weighing, and storing the drums or items into a shipping container. Updating the HWIS form with any required information and determining disposition of solid waste

Perform certain classification qualitative testing on items (pH testing, flash point testing, etc.)

Assist with Hazardous Waste Lab packing under direction of Hazardous Waste Manager

Safe operation of skid steer

Quality checks all shipping containers and correct discrepancies immediately

Follow all JHAs, and update them if needed

Assume Spill Lead role :

Respond to all spill's safety and appropriately

Clean up or coordinate cleanup of all spills and write spill reports

Regular use of drum dollies, cargo straps, banding, shovels, pallet jacks, power tools and other tools

Position requires regular physical activity, including bending, consistently lifting and carrying, reaching and gripping

Able to participate in a team unit composed of diverse personalities

Displays self-motivation in physically challenging and atypical work environment; position is comprised of approximately 70% outdoor tasking

Able to maintain flexibility and positive attitude in a dynamic, fast-paced work setting

Performs duties in support of Operations Division metrics (as provided by supervisor)

Supports the achievement of ASC metrics, whether metrics are directly or indirectly, effected by this position's work activities

Complies with all ASC Environmental Health & Safety, and Quality Assurance, requirements and goals. Provides documentation to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation

Works to achieve ASC goals and contractual commitments

Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace

Perform other duties as required

Reports to Hazardous Waste Manager and Solid Waste Manager

REQUIREMENTS :

Previous Antarctic deployment

High school diploma or equivalent

Proficient computer skills, including Excel and Outlook

Able to lift 50 pounds consistently

Familiarity with power tools and machinery

Equipment operating experience

Valid Driver's License and Passport valid for six months after contract end

Physically able to be active for 9 hours daily

Must be able to lift the safety regulation maximum

Must pass physical qualification assessment

Able to deploy to Antarctica for length of contract

PREFERRED

Previous USAP Waste Management experience

1 year of Hazardous Materials shipping / characterization or reporting experience ' OR ' 2 years of Environmental remediation.

1 quarter of college General Chemistry

College degree in Chemistry or Environmental Science

OSHA HazWOPER 40-Hour, current

EDUCATION : High School diploma or equivalent

CERTIFICATIONS AND / OR LICENSING REQUIREMENTS : Valid Driver's License and passport valid for six months after end of contract.

OTHER : US citizenship or permanent residency required

Gana-A'Yoo, Limited (GYL), an Alaska Native Corporation, offers services with ongoing contracts in many facility types, such as, military training facilities, emergency management centers and temporary field sites.

A prerequisite of employment for this position is to successfully gain a favorable Elevated Background Investigation (EBI) result prior to deployment. Candidates hired for this position will be required to complete; online forms, written forms, fingerprint cards and provide additional details and information as request by the National Science Foundation (NSF) Personnel Security office.

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