Posted Date:17-Jul-2025 (MST)Closing Date:17-Jul-2030 (MST)
Department:MaintenanceLocation:McMurdo Station, ATA
Pay Rate:Pay Type:
Employment Type:Seasonal

BOILER MECHANIC | SIX MILE, LLC

Type of Position: Full-Time, Seasonal

Tier: 1

Location: Antarctica

Schedule: Varies

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports to: PM Foreman

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 Boiler Mechanic will perform hands-on boiler operation tasks on maintenance or construction projects, or any combination thereof, under the supervision of the PM Foreman. Tasking is based on ASC schedule requirements.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Diagnose, repair, and perform scheduled Preventative Maintenance on existing Diagnose, repair, and perform scheduled Preventative Maintenance on boiler systems: hydronic, hot water heaters, steam HVAC systems and associated equipment
  • Maintain boiler systems in accordance with provisions of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code. Boiler systems may include steam, hydronic, hot water heaters, along with other types of heating systems, pumps, forced air furnaces, air handlers
  • Maintain, monitor, troubleshoot and repair station boilers and associated systems, heat exchangers, pumps, controls, air handlers, commercial steam kitchens, and zone valves in all buildings.
  • Maintain, monitor, troubleshoot and repair circulating pumps, back-up pumps, heat exchangers, strainers, valves, expansion tanks, air separators, unit heaters, heating coils and system controls to assure adequate operations
  • Inspect all glycol and steam lines for damage
  • Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with the preventive maintenance program
  • Monitor, regulate and repair fuel lines and air adjustments for the boilers
  • Monitor, repair and maintain boiler control systems
  • Commission and startup new equipment
  • Submit reports as required by supervisor
  • Timely response to emergency service calls during and outside of normal working hours
  • Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of hours worked, tasking performed, materials used, and processes involved
  • Advise 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), suggest revisions as needed, and create SOPs as directed
  • Perform tasking outdoors in environmentally challenging conditions including wind and extreme cold weather
  • 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
  • Comply with all ASC Environmental, Safety and Health (ESH), Waste Management and Quality Assurance requirements
  • Must participate in community programs, such as "house-mouse" (chores), "daisy-picking" (cleaning-up around the station), recycling efforts & safety objectives.
  • 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 boiler operation and complete hydronic and steam HVAC systems maintenance and repair
  • Documented experience in construction, repair, and/or maintenance of commercial, residential, and/or industrial facilities' boiler systems
  • Ability to read and interpret design drawings, specifications, diagrams, maintenance manual and manufacturer's troubleshooting guides to accomplish tasking
  • Experienced developing written work plans, job hazard analysis, and job safety analysis related to the work activities under a permit to work system
  • Proficient in LOTO procedures for various tasking
  • Proficient in confined space safety protocols
  • Proficient in risk assessment and determination of PPE appropriate to specific tasking
  • Knowledgeable of limits of PPE and proper maintenance of PPE
  • Familiar with fall protection and respirator use
  • Competent analyzing situations and making technical and safety decisions based on specifications and applicable codes and manufacturer guidelines
  • Solid decision-making ability and sound judgment to safely and effectively solve problems
  • Good organizational and planning skills
  • Possess prior computer experience and be able and willing to learn and effectively utilize computer-based labor, inventory, and maintenance tracking applications
  • 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

  • Certificate in Steam Boiler Operation/Maintenance
  • ASSE 19210 hydronic Heating & Cooling Certificate
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Experience with Maximo or other Computerized Maintenance Management

 

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.

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