Waste Management Specialist (Summer 2026-2027) - South Pole

Gana-A'Yoo, Limited; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Gana-A'Yoo, Limited (GYL) seeks a Waste Management Specialist for the Austral Summer at South Pole Station. You will coordinate with Hazardous and Solid Waste Managers and station leadership to schedule tasks and ensure compliant waste handling in a harsh environment.

Responsibilities include waste pickup, HWIS documentation, spill response, safety compliance, and training briefings for on-site staff. A high school diploma is required; Antarctic deployment and OSHA HazWOPER are preferred.

Qualifications

• Antarctic deployment experience required or preferred.
• Proficient computer skills including Excel and Outlook.
• College degree in Chemistry or Environmental Science preferred.

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 for efficient waste pickup and processing on station.
• Attend weekly meetings and conduct Waste Briefs or informational sessions.
• Troubleshoot issues and elevate as needed; perform HWIS updates.
• Lead spill response and write spill reports; ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Antarctic deployment experience

Proficient computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

College degree in Chemistry or Environmental Science

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Power tools

Job description

Position

Waste Management Specialist

Season

Austral Summer (Oct - Feb)

Location

South Pole Station

Sector/Department

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 check all shipping containers and correct discrepancies immediately
• Follow all JHAs, and update them if needed

Assume Spill Lead Role

• Respond to all spills safety and appropriately
• Clean up or coordinate clean up of all spills and write spill reports
• Regular use of drum dollies, cargo straps, banding, shovels, pallet jacks, power tools and other tools

Additional Requirements / Physical & Team roles

• 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

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. GYL in partnership with ESS Support Services, a Division of Compass Group, will provide operational management support. ESS Support Services is the market leader in providing remote camp and catering services to clients, wherever their location, no matter how extreme the environment may be. Services extend across North America and include such diverse facilities as drilling, mining, construction, pipeline and logging camps, offshore, governmental agencies and others. Payroll and benefits are supported by Compass Group.

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