Lineman - Seasonal Contract (Antarctica)

About the role

Amentum is hiring a Lineman for a seasonal contract supporting the National Science Foundation's United States Antarctic Program as part of the Antarctic Support Contract (ASC). Linemen perform electrical distribution maintenance or construction work, or a combination of both, under the supervision of the Lineman Foreman, with tasking driven by the ASC schedule. The position involves outdoor work in extreme cold and windy conditions.

Key responsibilities

• Install branch circuits, power distribution wiring, electrical equipment, fixtures and conduit in line with the NESC and NEC
• Install and maintain overhead electrical lines up to 4160 volts
• Diagnose, repair and carry out scheduled preventative maintenance on existing systems
• Respond to emergency service calls during and outside normal hours
• Document hours worked, tasking, materials and processes, and advise the supervisor on progress and needs
• Use design drawings, specifications and wiring diagrams, and prepare work plans, job hazard and safety analyses and code forms
• Follow SOPs, identify hazards and code violations, and comply with ASC ESH, waste management and quality assurance requirements
• Use computer-based labour, material and maintenance tracking applications

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Medium to high voltage electrical licence or equivalent
• At least four years of experience in all phases of the lineman trade
• Experience maintaining commercial, government, industrial and/or institutional facilities
• Ability to deploy to Antarctica for extended periods, with medical, dental, drug screening, background checks and US citizenship (for facility credentials)
• Valid US driver's licence; preferred: CDL and Microsoft Office experience

Required skills

• Experience with 4160 volt systems or higher
• Knowledge of NESC, NEC grounding and bonding, NFPA 70E and OSHA electrical safety
• LOTO procedures, confined space safety, fall protection and respirator use
• PPE selection and risk assessment
• Reading drawings, specifications and troubleshooting guides