Gmt Scaffold Tech (Rotational Schedule) - Prudhoe Bay, Ak

This is a remote/ rotational position, working two weeks on and two weeks off or three weeks on and three weeks off, in Prudhoe Bay, AK. The typical schedule is 84 hours per week (40 hours straight time and a minimum of 44 hours at time and a half). All meals and lodging are provided by Worley while the employee is on location. Transportation between Anchorage and Prudhoe Bay is provided.

The GMT - Scaffold Tech performs craft level scaffold support in accordance with all safety, environmental and operational practices and policies and procedures. The GMT-Scaffold Tech performs duties under the supervision of Scaffold Lead associated with the erection and dismantling of various types of scaffold for use by other crafts.

Essential Job Functions:

• Provide coaching, mentoring in the craft of scaffolding to other crew members.
• Performs many types of work, including but not limited to, scaffolding, light pipefitting, tank cleaning, light valve repair, Sheetmetal, insulation, and miscellaneous facility maintenance.
• Demonstrate support for the company’s environmental management system.
• Demonstrate adherence to established safety policies and procedures and accept accountability for safe work practices.
• Construct, erect, maintain and dismantle scaffold per OSHA, ADOSH, and client specifications.
• Attend various technical, developmental and safety training.
• Routinely performs safety and scaffolding component integrity inspections.
• Comply with specifications requirements in scaffolding and mechanical applications.
• Use multiple scaffold systems including construction grade lumber and patented pre-manufactured scaffold components.
• Examine work and materials for compliance with specifications.
• Willing to learn and develop skills in other craft areas to improve the crew’s performance.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to perform strenuous physical labor in harsh winter conditions and hot environments.
• Ability to work comfortably at heights and adhere to fall protection policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of standard rigging procedures and OSHA requirement.
• Ability to work as part of a team; communicate effectively with fellow workers and alternate.
• Ability to give and understand common hand signals and to safely connect to and lift equipment and materials.
• Knowledge of crane and hand signals.
• Knowledge of scaffolding techniques and procedures required, skill in erecting multi scaffold systems, with tube & clamp and Safeway scaffold systems.
• Operate vehicles (pickups, flatbed F-550 trucks) and other equipment (manlifts, material handling and etc).
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications as they pertain to scaffolding.
• Knowledge of OSHA and ADOSH scaffold specifications.
• Ability to problem solve and come up with solutions to everyday maintenance issues.
• Knowledge of various fasteners, hardware, materials, and other commonly used scaffolding components.
• Ability to lead and train others on scaffolding.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Physical Demand/Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is required to:

• Aerobic capacity evaluation via 3 Minute step test.
• Must stand throughout evaluation.
• Squat 60 seconds.
• Push/pull 90 lbs. cart for 20 feet.
• Must have ability to stand, walk on level, uneven and slippery surfaces, sit, squat, kneel, reach through low and high ranges, and exhibit normal balance and coordination. These basic physical requirements are essential for safe performance of the job in harsh environments with exposure to very cold temperatures and while wearing arctic gear.
• Kneel 60 seconds, stand, kneel 60 seconds, stand.
• Carry 50 lbs. for 15 feet with two hands.
• Lift 50 lbs. from floor to waist with two hands.
• Push/pull 60 lbs. sled for 20 feet.
• Lift 50 lbs. from floor to shoulder with two hands.
• Sit and reach and range of motion evaluations.

This job description is intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of the job incumbents.

• Valid driver’s license and the ability to be insured by Worley auto insurer.
• One (1) year minimum experience as a competent scaffold builder.
• High school diploma or equivalent GED.
• North Slope Training Cooperative (NSTC). Worley can provide NSTC certification training, if needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with other crafts, such as sheetmetal, insulation, pipefitting and valves.
• Experience or previous employment with Worley.
• Two (2) years scaffold experience petrochemical, oilfield or arctic experience.
• Class B CDL.
• Alaska resident capable of short notice mobilization.