Carpenter Foreman - Seasonal in Alaska
Company: Polar Field Services INC
Location: Littleton
Posted on: May 11, 2022
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Job Description:
The Carpenter Foreman will manage carpenters as well as a
variety of other trades workers to complete specific NSF-funded
facilities projects in the Arctic environment. The nature of this
position requires a solid understanding of all construction
fundamentals and the process in which new construction, upgrades
and maintenance are carried out. Strong communication skills and
management of people are both critical and essential elements of
success.Salary: $1,862.80/weeklyEssential Duties and
Responsibilities(not all inclusive):Thisis a foreman position and
lead carpenter position. The individual will actively participate
in field construction in additionto supervisingtrades and
communicating priorities for new construction, facility
maintenance, upgrades and winterization.The work can involve a wide
array of trades supervision including electricians, plumbers,
laborers, carpenters and iron workers.Work with Construction
Superintendent to coordinate crew and tasking requirements between
specialized project needs and general station tasking.Supervise a
crew of 2 to 7 peopleonaverage, assigning daily tasking and
priorities to keep the project(s) on schedule.Plan for and execute
field work in remote locations with limited logistical support.Be
proactive about maintaining a safe working environment.Ability to
read, plan and contribute to the management of computer-generated
work schedules.Responsible for reporting project progress against
schedules andbe able torespond to changes in the schedule and
unforeseen circumstances in the project(s).Coordinate materials
andsupport from other departments.Assist with tracking labor
charges and submitting timecards correctly.Work cooperatively and
jointly withconstruction,operationsand headquarters personnel.May
require up to several weeks of pre-season training at the Denver
Headquarters or remotely and possible equipment training/test
builds at vendor sites.Create red-lines/as-builts to document new
work performed and/or changes.Perform equipment and materials
inventory and recommend materials/tools for future tasking.Perform
material take-offs.Read blueprints, plans, specifications and
prepare rough sketches to demonstrate a point.Participate in daily
tasking, safetymeetings and morning pre-task stretching.Regularly
work outside in undeveloped and/or remoteenvironmentsand harsh,
cold-weather conditions.Drive a truck,snowmobileand/or other polar
vehiclesas needed.Assist other trades as needed.Assist
withstation/camp operations,maintenance,shovelingand house mouse
(cleaning community spaces) tasking as required or
assigned.Maintain a clean and hazard free workspace, both inside
and in adverse outside work areas.Other duties as assigned or
required.Minimum Qualifications(prior to employment):Education and
Experience:Diversified carpentry experience and other trade skills,
with a minimum of 4years experienceas a foreman, project lead or
equivalent.Demonstrated experience working with and leading a
diverse work team to include carpentry, electrical, plumbing and
labor trades workers.Demonstrated verbal communication
andproblem-solvingskills are required.Must be proficient with
computer use including Microsoft Office software, email and
timekeeping systems.Experience with commercial/industrial facility
construction is desired.Previous experience with iron work and
structural steel building assembly is desired.Previous accredited
OSHA training courses is preferred.Previous experience with remote,
cold and/or polar experience
preferred.Licensure(s)/Certifications/Travel DocumentsValid
Driver's License is required.Other Requirements Authorization to
work in the U.S. is required. Polar Field Services cannot sponsor
employment based work visas.Cognitive requirements include the
ability to read, write and speak English, basic mathematical
reasoningAbility to meet schedules and timelines, attend training
classes as required, read and explain rules, regulations, policies
and procedures.Ability to plan and organize daily tasking.Work
Schedule:This position requires travel and varied deployment to
remote field sites for the duration of the work assignment.Schedule
may vary based on location and work requirements, typically 9 hour
days, 6 days per week.Required Travel:Travel for this position
requires deployment to Alaska using commercial Air travel.Work
Environment/ConditionsWhen travelling and working at field sites,
employees will sleep in insulated huts, dorms, hotels or other
types of community housing. You should expect a roommate during all
deployments to remote locations.Food may come from restaurants,
self-made or from a cook and options may be limited.Showers,
laundry and other typical amenities may be restricted or not
available for periods of time. Required to perform strenuous work
outside, at high elevation on various jobs in extreme cold weather
conditions for long hours. Working temperatures may well exceed
-40F and depending upon time of year and location, could be
required to work with extensive
snow/wind/ice/rain/mud/mosquitos.Work environments may include
exposure to confined spaces and/or exposures to edges requiring the
use of fall restraint.Job tasks may include physical activities
such as standing for extended periods of time, walking, lifting
and/or carrying an object in excess of 50 pounds, climbing,
balancing, crouching, stooping or kneeling, and/or repetitive
motions.Transport may include but is not limited to foot traffic,
snowmobiles, trucks, snow transport vehicles and aircraft.Due to
living and working in a small, communal environment, must be able
to establish and maintain effective relationships with others
during and after working hours.General Behaviors and Competencies
Required:Quality of Work: Work must reflect thoroughness, accuracy
and care in presentation.Results: Achieves goals on schedule and on
budget; takes initiative to make improvements.Quantity of Work/Time
Management: Meets deadlines and workload is at an acceptable level.
Is dependable and arrives to work and meetings on time.Customer
Service: Demonstrates excellent customer service for both internal
and external customers (PFS, Battelle, Loon, Google, X, NSF,
scientists, etc.) and proactively works to improve the customer's
experience.Teamwork: Has a positive attitude and influence on
colleagues. Proactively works to build and maintain strong working
relationships. Collaborates and works effectively with others and
values and respects diversity. Actively participates, listens and
shares ideas.Fiscal Responsibility: Manages and utilizes company
time and resources responsibly and judiciously.Accountability: Does
what s/he commits to; listens openly to feedback and accepts
responsibility for errors without prompting; works actively to
resolve errors/issues in a constructive manner.Judgment and Problem
Solving: Quickly identifies causes of problems, generates creative
solutions and makes choices consistent with company values and
expectations; resolves problems in early stages whenever
possible.Flexibility: Adapts to changing conditions, switching
strategies as appropriate and generates new solutions; deals
maturely with frustration and disappointment; integrates changes
quickly and gracefully; understands, accepts and promotes change in
the workplace.Communication Skills: Presents ideas clearly and
effectively verbally and in writing; listens, questions and ensures
understanding; keeps appropriate people informed and closes the
loop; uses positive language, even in difficult
situations.Additional Skills, Behaviors and Competencies
Required:Code of ConductAll PFS employees must abide by our Code of
Conduct. In summary,PFS values diversity and it is our policy to
ensure, promote and maintain an environment free from all forms of
illegal harassment and discrimination.Treat others with dignity and
respect.Work cooperatively to share experiences, lessons learned,
and to resolve differences.Exercise a high level of professional
and ethical behavior.Contribute to a safe workplace and protect the
environment.Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE)Adheres to HSE
policies in planning and execution of activities.Must wear hard
hats, steel-toes boots, and other PPE when required.Report all
incidents (injury, illness, near miss, property damage, etc.)
immediately to the supervisor.Practices safe work methods using
OSHA 1926 and 1910 safety guidelines for the construction and
general industry as a minimum guideline.Please note: This position
requires you to pass a drug screen prior to deploymentBenefits:
Hourly Health & Welfare benefit credit of $168.80 a week is
included in weekly salary.DISCLAIMERThe above statements are
intended to describe the general nature and level of work being
performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to
be an exhaustive list of all requirements, activities and skills
required of staff members. This job description may change at any
time.
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