Waste Management Specialist (Summer 2026-2027) - South Pole
Company: Gana-A'Yoo, Limited - Antarctic Program
Location: Littleton
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description POSITION: Waste Management
Specialist SEASON: Austral Summer (Oct - Feb) LOCATION : South Pole
Station SECTOR/DEPT : 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
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 Perform other duties as required
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. We are committed to ensuring that
our online application process provides an equal employment
opportunity to all job seekers. If you require assistance in the
application process, please contact us at:
GYLOpportunities@usap.gov We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that
considers applicants without regard to race, sex, religion,
national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected
status. EEO is the Law poster.
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