Refrigeration Mechanic

REFRIGERATION MECHANIC | SIX MILE, LLC

Six Mile, LLC (SML) is hiring for their sister company, Khotol Services Corporation (KSC), for the Antarctic Support Contract (ASC).

JOB OVERVIEW

This is a seasonal contract position supporting the National Science Foundation managed United States Antarctic Program as part of the Antarctic Support Contract (ASC). The Refrigeration Mechanics perform refrigeration repair and maintenance on maintenance and construction projects, or any combination thereof, under the supervision of the Preventative Maintenance Foreman. Tasking is based on ASC schedule requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on refrigeration and cooling equipment in accordance with the preventive maintenance program. This includes installation and startup of refrigeration and cooling equipment utilizing special tools and equipment
• Diagnose, repair, and perform scheduled Preventative Maintenance on existing refrigeration systems and equipment
• Effectively communicate with affected parties regarding planned tasking, issues, or impacts
• Advise the Preventive Maintenance Foreman on job progress and material/labor requirements
• Maintain up to date refrigeration inventory
• Assist Facilities Maintenance Supervisor and PM Foreman in determining materials for inventory re-supply
• Order replacement parts as needed
• Act as EPA required "Refrigerant Manager" for CFC tracking, leak detection, and reporting functions
• Work with all electrical components from disconnect throughout equipment
• Submit reports as required by supervisor
• Timely response to emergency service calls during and outside of normal working hours
• Accurate and thorough documentation of hours worked, tasking performed, materials used, and processes involved
• Advise immediate Supervisor of job progress and material/labor requirements
• Accomplish tasking working from Job Plans, verbal information, schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, documents, vendor/manufacturer manuals, and applicable specifications and codes.
• Follow established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and create or revise SOPs as needed
• Perform tasking outdoors in environmentally challenging conditions including wind and extreme cold weather
• Use solid decision-making ability and sound judgment to safely and effectively solve problems
• Proactively identify any unsafe conditions or hazards and communicate them effectively
• Work directly with other departments to plan and complete tasking
• Learn and use computer-based labor, material, and maintenance tracking applications
• May deploy to remote research support facilities for day trips or extended periods (McMurdo only)
• Occasionally utilize the assistance of other station personnel to complete tasking, or assist other trades or departments with their tasking
• Comply with all ASC Environmental, Safety and Health (ESH), Waste Management and Quality Assurance requirements
• Participate in Work Center Safety Program and ASC safety objectives
• Must participate in community programs, such as "house-mouse" (chores), "daisy-picking" (cleaning-up around the station), recycling efforts & safety objectives.
• Perform other duties as required

REQUIREMENTS

• 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
• Valid Driver's License issued in the United States
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.
• High School diploma or GED
• Minimum 4 years' experience in refrigeration mechanic work, including installation and maintenance of refrigeration equipment
• Current EPA Section 608 Universal Technician Certification
• Ability to diagnose, maintain, adjust, repair, and replace refrigeration systems and components
• Ability to read and interpret design drawings, specifications, and diagrams
• Possess prior computer experience and be able and willing to learn and effectively utilize computer-based labor, inventory, and maintenance tracking applications
• Possess the competencies, willingness and ability to perform the duties of position
• 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.

PREFERRED

• Experience in commercial and/or industrial facilities
• HVAC/R license/certification
• Experience with Maximo or other Computerized Maintenance Management System

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

At SML, we empower our employees in their careers. When you work with us, we will encourage you to follow your passions, and we promise to be committed to your safety, well-being, and professional development.

We treat our team members well – because it's the right thing to do, and because it makes good business sense. At SML, you will contribute to our mission to provide solutions for our customers through unparalleled service reflective of our value-added, innovative approach, with respect for shareholders, the environment, and our traditional values.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

LIFTING & CARRYING

This position is generally active, requiring routine walking, standing, bending and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds. Employee must maintain a constant state of mental alertness at all times.

MOBILITY

The employees will need to move around the office to attend meetings, access shared resources, and collaborate with team members.

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY

The company is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy working environment. All employees are expected to adhere to safety guidelines and report any safety concerns.

ACCOMMODATIONS

The company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. Individuals with specific accommodation needs are encouraged to discuss them with the Human Resources Department.

ABOUT SIX MILE, LLC

SML is an Alaska Native-Owned Village Corporation serving its more than 2,000 Native shareholders and four villages located along the Yukon River. Alaska Native Corporations are the result of the passage of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, which was signed into law in 1971. The act was intended to resolve long-standing issues surrounding aboriginal land claims, to stimulate economic development throughout Alaska, as well as to settle land and financial claims.

As a historically nomadic people who relied on each other, the concept of sharing is essential in Athabascan tradition. For thousands of years small groups would band together to share resources, helping to ensure both the success and survival of the group. In the Koyukon Athabaskan language, Gana-A'Yoo means "friends together," which is reflected in our logomark's firm arm grip and the value we place on building long-term relationships.

This was the underlying sentiment in 1978 when the shareholders of the villages of Galena, Koyukuk, Nulato and Kaltag made the decision to join together as "friends" and merge into one for-profit village corporation. The company has strong social and cultural ties to its villages and is committed to meeting its economic, social, and cultural obligations to its shareholders.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

SML is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religious beliefs, age, disability, U.S. veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.