Arctic Field Logistics & Bear Safety Technician

UIC; Nome (AK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

UIC Arctic Research & Logistics seeks an on-call Logistics Support Technician to assist with logistic services, bear guard support, housekeeping, field operations and outreach coordination in Nome and nearby regions.

This role requires familiarity with the Nome community and experience operating snowmachines, ATVs, GPS and satellite devices to support researchers and military personnel in remote field conditions.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current Alaska driver's license and have a three (3) year clean driving record.
• Ability to operate handheld GPS units, satellite phones, and Delorme communication devices; prior experience required.
• Firearms/weapons training with the ability to use appropriate weapons and ammunition to ensure safety in field conditions.
• Ability to prevent bears from associating with humans, food, facilities, and equipment.
• Successful completion of ADF&G and/or USFWS bear encounter and hazing training for designated bear guards.
• Pre-employment drug screening.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to manage time and prioritize tasks.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide logistics support to clients arriving and departing from Nome – conduct vehicle drop off/pick up, walk-arounds, room check-ins and provide snowmachine and ATV training to clients.
• Maintain UIC ARL equipment such as vehicles, snowmachines and ATVs and perform routine and scheduled services including oil changes, lubrications and tune-ups.
• Examine vehicles and machines to determine extent of damage or malfunctions and coordinate repairs.
• Guide groups on snowmachines/ATVs in the field and be able to prevent bears from associating with humans and food, facilities, and gear.
• Successfully complete ADF&G and/or USFWS bear encounter/hazing training for designated bear watch and hazing.
• Clean and sanitize UIC ARL facilities as needed, including changing linens, sweeping, dusting, vacuuming and replenishing supplies.
• Work with the Director of Operations, Project Managers and clients to support community engagement efforts.
• Perform administrative duties in maintaining documents and operating computer-based programs such as electronic mail, timekeeping software and equipment maintenance logs.

Skills

Bear safety training

ATV/UTV operation

GPS operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Time management

Field operations

Tools

GPS units

Satellite phones

Delorme devices

Job description

UIC Arctic Research & Logistics seeks an on-call Logistics Support Technician to assist with logistic services, bear guard support, housekeeping, field operations and outreach coordination in Nome and nearby regions.

This role requires familiarity with the Nome community and experience operating snowmachines, ATVs, GPS and satellite devices to support researchers and military personnel in remote field conditions.