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Overview

UIC Arctic Research & Logistics is seeking an on-call Logistics Support Technician to assist with logistic services, bear guard support, housekeeping, field operations and outreach coordination. This role will support research and military clients in conducting their fieldwork and community engagement efforts in Nome and the surrounding region. The Logistics Support Technician must be familiar with the Nome community and have experience with motor vehicle, snowmachine and ATV use and maintenance.

Responsibilities

Essential functions will include:

+ Provide logistics support to clients arriving and departing from Nome - conduct vehicle drop off/pick up, walk-arounds, room check-ins and provide snowmachine and ATV training to clients.

+ Maintain UIC ARL equipment such as vehicles, snowmachines and ATVs and perform routine and scheduled services including oil changes, lubrications and tune-ups.

+ Examine vehicles and machines to determine extent of damage or malfunctions and coordinate repairs.

+ Guide groups on snowmachines/ATVs in the field and be able to prevent bears from associating with humans and food, facilities, and gear.

+ Successfully complete ADF&G and or USFWS bear encounter/hazing training for designated bear watch and hazing.

+ Clean and sanitize UIC ARL facilities as needed, including changing linens, sweeping, dusting, vacuuming and replenishing supplies.

+ Work with the Director of Operations, Project Managers and clients to support community engagement efforts.

+ Perform administrative duties in maintaining documents and operating computer-based programs such as electronic mail, timekeeping software and equipment maintenance logs.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

+ Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

+ Understand controls to prevent bear/human interactions.

+ Be aware and understand state and federal regulations of bear watch and hazing.

+ Knowledge of the diverse community in Nome and the Bering Straits region.

+ Ability to support researchers and military personnel with community outreach that disseminates information and work performed within the region.

+ Well organized and demonstrate the ability to perform the assigned duties in a proficient manner.

+ Perform independently without direct supervision.

+ Knowledge/awareness of safety concerns.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Must possess a current Alaska driver's license and have a three (3) year clean driving record.

+ Ability to perform assigned laborer duties in a safe, orderly, and proficient manner.

+ Reliable and punctual with a consistent work history.

+ Ability to operate handheld GPS units, satellite phones, and Delorme communication devices; prior experience required.

+ Firearms/weapons training with the ability to use appropriate weapons and ammunition to ensure safety in field conditions.

+ Ability to prevent bears from associating with humans, food, facilities, and equipment.

+ Successful completion of ADF&G and/or USFWS bear encounter and hazing training for designated bear guards.

+ Ability to develop and/or implement bear avoidance and human-wildlife interaction plans.

+ Experience providing and monitoring onsite hazing prevention programs.

+ Capable of protecting both workers and wildlife during field operations.

+ Must successfully pass pre-employment drug screening.

+ Demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to manage time and prioritize tasks.

+ Demonstrated experience working effectively as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Customer service experience preferred.

Physical and Mental Demands:

+ Operation of motor vehicles required.

+ Ability to drive and ride ATV/UTVs.

+ Occasional operation of heavy equipment, aircraft, or marine craft.

+ Rapid mental and/or muscle coordination.

+ Frequent walking and standing.

+ Twisting and turning of upper body, arms, and legs.

+ Good near vision.

+ Good hearing.

+ Required to wear ANSI-approved safety footwear.

+ Required to wear safety goggles.

+ Required to wear a hard hat.

+ Frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs; occasional lifting and carrying up to 75 lbs.

+ Frequent pushing and pulling up to 50 lbs; occasional pushing and pulling up to 75 lbs.

+ Manual material handling and heavy lifting, including trash hauling.

+ Regularly required to sit, use hands to handle objects or tools, and communicate verbally.

+ Frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.

+ Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Working Conditions:

+ Ability to withstand extreme cold temperatures.

+ Regular exposure to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and outdoor weather.

+ Noise levels may be loud at times.

+ Must be able to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces.

+ Must be able to walk up and down stairs frequently.

+ May be required to work alone.

+ Work performed at remote sites with no immediate access to dispensary or hospital services.

+ Long and/or irregular work hours may be required.

+ Rotating day and/or night shifts.

+ Must be able to safely carry and handle a 12-gauge shotgun with live ammunition.

+ Work is primarily outdoors in remote field environments and under extreme weather conditions.

+ May be exposed to environmental conditions such as cold, heat, noise, hazards, and confined spaces.

+ Must remain alert and aware of surroundings at all times.

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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/AA/M/F/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCPhere (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters) .

All candidates must apply online at www.uicalaska.com , and submit a completed application for all positions they wish to be considered. Once the employment application has been completed and submitted, any changes to the application after submission may not be reviewed. Please contact a UIC HR Recruiter if you have made a significant change to your application. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), persons unable to complete an online application should contact UIC Human Resources for assistance www.uicalaska.com/careers/recruitment/ .

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC) is the village corporation of Utqiaġvik, Alaska and is recognized as one of Alaska’s top 10 companies with approximately 4,400 employees nationwide and revenues above $1 Billion annually. UIC is projected to grow substantially in the coming years to become a top 3 company in Alaska by 2030. As a proud Alaska Native Corporation, our success brings growth and benefits to our Iñupiat shareholders. The size and diversity of our operations means we have a broad variety of career opportunities.

UIC and its subsidiaries are committed to and strive for safety, quality, business ethics, and shareholder value. We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.

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**Requisition ID** _2025-24319_

**Category** _Logistics & Transportation_

**Location : Location** _US-AK-Nome_

**Travel Requirement** _Less than 10%_

**Entity : Name** _UIC Arctic Research and Logistics, LLC_