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Operates a full range of machine shop equipment including but not limited to Summit 16B engine lathe, Sharp 2480V heavy duty lathe, Sharp VH3 milling machine, steel band saws, boring, honing, and surfacing machines
Performs preventative maintenance and repairs to all machine shop equipment
Performs alignment procedures on the machines
May perform work involved in fabrication, modification, or repair of equipment used for scientific research projects
Performs machine shop work as necessary for vehicle and construction equipment repair
Performs machine shop work as required by other McMurdo-based work centers
Complies with all ASC Environmental, Health & Safety, and Quality Assurance requirements and goals
Provides documentation as necessary to ensure adequate legal documentation
Maintains a safe workplace and ensures that safety is the highest priority in the workplace
Performs other duties as required
Requirements:
High School diploma or GED
Four years of experience as a Machinist is required
Must be innovative and creative in adapting available materials and parts to meet a wide range of needs and applications
Must be proficient in layout and design of prototypes
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
US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location