About this role
Maintenance Technician (Seasonal) - Greenland Research Station Polar Field Services, Inc.
About Us Polar Field Services supports world-class science in the most remote environments-safely, sustainably, and reliably.
The Role Keep mission-critical equipment and facilities running in the Arctic. You'll diagnose, maintain, and repair a wide range of assets in a challenging, team-oriented setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose, service, and repair snowmobiles, power generation systems, and heavy-duty vehicles
- Use computerized diagnostic tools to troubleshoot and resolve issues
- Perform minor electrical, plumbing, and heating repairs
- Execute preventive maintenance; complete logs and work reports
- Collaborate across station teams to support safe, efficient operations
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 5+ years maintaining tracked heavy-duty equipment
- 5+ years facilities maintenance (welding/fabrication experience)
- Proficiency with diagnostic software, tools, and Microsoft Office
- Able to drive trucks, snowmobiles, and other polar vehicles
- Meet physical demands (confined spaces, extended standing, extreme cold)
- Valid U.S. passport and driver's license
Compensation & Benefits
- $2,600 - $2,900 per week (salary)
- Employer-covered travel to/from Greenland
- On-site expenses paid while deployed
- A rare opportunity to support cutting-edge science in the Arctic
Work Schedule
- Deployment to Summit Station, Greenland
- Dates of Deployment: February to March, April to June, June to August, August to September or October to February
- Minimum 54 hours/week
Apply Submit your application via our online portal. Join us in making a difference in one of the most extraordinary places on Earth.
Polar Field Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (including disability/veterans).
Job offers are contingent on the completion of a satisfactory background check and may include physical and dental examinations as required by the National Science Foundation.