Overview
Company Overview
Ukpeaġvik Iñupiat Corporation (UIC) is the village corporation of Barrow, Alaska and is recognized as one of Alaska's top 10 companies with approximately 4,000 employees nationwide and revenues above $700M 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 Inupiat shareholders. The size and diversity of our operations means we have a broad variety of career opportunities. We recruit only qualified people looking to join a workforce characterized by strong leadership, competent and hard-working staff, and a superior work environment with a focus on career development, great wages and benefits.
The bear guard’s primary goal is to assist in the field operations for Arctic Science Support Logistics services, to protect the scientists and UMIAQ / field staff. This role is to support the project to allow the research staff to conduct their respective project(s) in providing adequate bear guard safety. The bear guards will work directly under the Operations Manager. The bear guard will accompany the scientists and the support group to provide safety at the site from bears to allow the scientists to conduct their research. The bear guard must be able to respond immediately and communicate effectively to ensure safety to all persons in the field.
Responsibilities
Summary
Be able to prevent Bears from associating with humans and food, facilities, and gear.
Successfully completed ADF&G and or USFWS Bear encounter/hazing training for designated Bear watch and hazing.
Develop and or provide Bear avoidance & human encounter/interaction plan.
Provide and monitor hazing prevention programs onsite.
Be able to protect workers and wildlife.
Must possess current Alaska Driver's License.
Must have Mammal Hazing - Polar Bear Certification Card. Preferred Experience: Minimal administrative duties in maintaining documents, and skills operating computer based programs such as electronic mail, and time and attendance software.
Understand controls to prevent bear/human interactions.
Maintain and update a brown bear sighting log, to include cooperation with the local community.
Be aware and understand state and federal regulations of bear watch and hazing.
Implement all forms and reports required by federal and state agencies.
Must be well organized and demonstrate the ability to perform in a proficient manner the assigned duties.
Implement site observation and reporting procedures, be able to identify bear tracks, and/or activity.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Perform independently without direct supervision. Knowledge/awareness of safety issues.
Have punctual and on time work history.
Qualifications
Required Experience: Must have Mammal Hazing - Polar Bear Certification Card. Physical Demands:
Drive snowmachine for long hours to remote locations in Arctic conditions
Outside work
Walking on slippery, uneven surfaces
Working on or around hazardous machinery
Remote work sites (no dispensary or hospital)
Long and/or irregular hours
Day shift and/or night shift rotations
Rapid mental and/or muscle coordination
Walking
Standing
Twisting, turning upper body
Twisting, turning arms, legs
Safe distance vision
Good near vision
Good hearing
Wear safety glasses
Wear hard hats
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Authorized Driver Requirement: Employee must have a valid driver’s license and three (3) year clean driving record. Employee must follow all Authorized Driver Policy and Procedures regarding approved vehicle usage.
All employees must pass Non-DOT pre-employment drug screening and follow all UIC Non-DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Program guidelines and requirements.
If working on a DOT project, employees must pass a DOT pre-employment drug screening and follow all DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Program requirements.
Candidates must pass a background check in order to fill this position.
UIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), persons unable to complete an online application should contact UIC HR for assistance.
UIC considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, family responsibility, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran's status or any other legal protected status. Pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, Ukpeagvik Inupiat Corporation, may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V
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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 (https://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)
UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a 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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ID 2024-19976
Category Laborer/Warehouse
Location : Location US-AK-Barrow
Travel Requirement N/A