Scaffold Technician II - WNS & Kuparuk - Mechanical Group

Scaffold Technician II

The Scaffold Technician II is responsible for the safe erection, modification, inspection, and dismantling of scaffolding systems of various types and sizes in support of field operations. This role requires a skilled, journeyman-level scaffolder with a minimum of three years of apprenticeship experience and demonstrated competency in all phases of scaffold work, including understanding scaffold load ratings and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Working closely with supervisors, leads, and personnel from multiple crafts, the Scaffold Technician II assists with work planning and execution to support efficient project operations. As part of a multi-craft team, this position may also provide support for bolt-up, insulation, and other maintenance or construction activities as needed.

This position is primarily based in Kuparuk and serves as a shared resource with Alpine. Travel and work assignments in the Alpine field may be required based on operational needs. Day and night shift work may be required.

Essential duties include:

• Demonstrate and promote safe work practices and adhere to company and client safety policies and procedures for work performed, including proper hazard recognition and mitigation of task and accept accountability for safe work practices.
• Participate in all AES and CPAI safety processes.
• Be familiar with working inside a live Oil & Gas process facility and on active drilling well pads.
• Help plan and execute the erection and dismantling of various types of systems scaffolds.
• Support crafts including, but not limited to mechanical, piping, structural, insulation, instrumentation, corrosion inspection, facility, and operations.
• Interpret P&ID, ISO's and Mechanical drawings, and design scaffolds accordingly.
• Understand the best practice and safe practice uses for working with hand tools, power tools, electric and pneumatic tools.
• Work in extreme conditions to include heights, heat/cold and remote location.
• Coordinate personnel, equipment, tools, and material needs to maintain safety and efficiency.
• Work in confined spaces and wear respirators.
• Be willing to learn and perform duties outside their normal craft.
• Ensure crews are conducting their work in a safe manner.
• Ensure that there is good communication taking place.
• Be able and willing to make decisions about daily tasks and give other crew members directions.
• Participate in daily toolbox meetings and in weekly safety meetings.
• Encourage workers to maintain a safe, positive, and productive attitude.
• Be willing to report status of current projects, participate and add input to work related projects.
• Prepare and process various types of documentation including permits.
• Be willing to work up to 18 hour shifts on random occasions.
• Be willing and able to work the day shift and night shift as needed and arrive at work on time daily, shifts run from 6:00 to 6:00, on some occasions longer.
• Building "Hooches" is part of this job responsibility.
• Comply with Company and customer policies and procedures.
• Support AES zero-incident safety culture and assume personal accountability and responsibility for safe work practices in all projects, activities, and operations.
• Other duties will be assigned to this position as needed.

Required experience includes:

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• A valid (U.S issued) Driver's License is required.
• A North Slope Training Cooperative (NSTC) safety training certification is required.
• The ability to work 80.5 hours a week on a 2x2 or 3x3 rotation in Kuparuk and/or Alpine is required.
• At least three (3) years of experience as a Scaffold Technician II or Scaffold Builder II is required.
• A Scaffold Builder certification is required.
• A Scaffold Training Institute (STI) certification or equivalent is required.
• Completion of OSHA Fall Protection training is required.
• An OSHA Fall Protection certification is required.

Preferred experience includes:

• Five (5) or more years of experience working as a Scaffold Technician specifically in the Petrochemical or Oil and Gas industry, on the North Slope, and/or in other Arctic environment is preferred.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations regarding scaffold safety is preferred.
• Experience operating scaffolding equipment such as hoists and pulleys is preferred.

Total rewards include:

ASRC Energy Services, LLC is proud to offer a competitive benefits package aligned with our core ASPIRE values. Our total rewards program is designed to attract and retain top talent while supporting the health, well-being, and professional growth of employees and their families.

We provide comprehensive medical coverage through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Plan (FEHB), as well as dental and vision insurance. Employees are eligible to participate in a 401(k) program with a company match of up to 4% and immediate vesting after just two pay periods. To further support employees and their households, we offer access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), along with a wide range of supplemental insurance options including voluntary life insurance, short- and long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), pet insurance, legal services, identity theft protection, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, and critical illness coverage.

We are also committed to professional development by providing tuition reimbursement opportunities and internal learning resources through our ASPIRE Academy.

To learn more about our full suite of benefits, please visit our benefits page.

Why work with us?

At ASRC Energy, people come first. We collaborate, value every contribution, and invest in the success of our employees, families, and communities. If you're looking for meaningful work with a company that values safety, integrity, and growth, start your career with ASRC Energy and ASPIRE with us.

Absolute Integrity: We do the right thing because it's the right thing to do.

Safety: Safety is our foundation – we bring it everywhere we go.

People First: We take care of our people, and our people will take care of the business.

Iñupiat Heritage: We believe in "one crew, one journey" and honor the values of our founders as we develop the future.

Resilient Family: We encourage the right balance and cultivate strong relationships with our clients and colleagues.

Exceptional Service Quality: We deliver excellence by focusing on client needs and continuously improving our performance.

Working on the North Slope

While working on the North Slope of Alaska, your lodging and food will be provided to you. All camps provide warm meals and options to grab a quick lunch or snack from the spike rooms. Rooms vary from single status to shared rooms where your roommate may work the opposite shift. Wi-Fi and Internet is free and available within the camp. Services vary depending upon where you are staying; however, most facilities offer housekeeping, self-serve laundry, commissary, mail, gyms, TV/Theater Room, etc. Each facility will have its own accommodation and policies that will be reviewed upon on-site orientation.

Physical demands and work environment

The physical demands and work environment requirements outlined below are representative of those necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. A post-offer, pre-hire Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) will be conducted to ensure an employee's ability to safely meet job standards. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. Candidates must be able to comply with the ASRC Energy Driving Records and Motor Vehicle Use Policy, successfully pass a pre-employment drug test which may include both urinalysis and hair testing, and meet the physical requirements of working in a remote location under arctic conditions. In addition, candidates will be required to pass a Fit-for-Duty Exam, complete a background check, and obtain and maintain an access badge for the work location. The availability of this position is contingent upon the Company's continued operational needs once training is completed.

If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, please contact the ASRC Energy Human Resources Team at .

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