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Director South Pole Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Maintenance Electrician

Batavia, NY · On-site

$42.90 - $44.52/hr

Under direct supervision, this role involves performing journeyman-level predictive, preventive ... and the South Pole. Pre-Employment Screening: Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening ...

FPGA Firmware Developer

Batavia, IL · On-site

$99K - $130K/yr

Coordinating and directing technicians and engineers during integration and testing ... and the South Pole. Pre-Employment Screening: Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening ...

Coordinating and directing technicians and engineers during integration and testing ... and the South Pole. Pre-Employment Screening: Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening ...

Fermilab is seeking a Maintenance Planner/Scheduler who under direct supervision, provides planning ... and the South Pole. Pre-Employment Screening: Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening ...

Maintenance Electrician

Batavia, IL · On-site

$42.90 - $44.52/hr

Under direct supervision, this role involves performing journeyman-level predictive, preventive ... and the South Pole. Pre-Employment Screening: Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening ...

RF Technician

Batavia, NY

$25.72 - $31.37/hr

Assists and may direct the work of lower level technicians. May act as shift supervisor for ... and the South Pole. Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening Fermilab is dedicated to ...

Childcare Teacher

Batavia, IL · On-site

$17.57 - $21.43/hr

Fermilab is seeking a Childcare Teacher who under direct supervision, responsible for creating ... and the South Pole. Pre-Employment Screening: Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening ...

Maintain officer activity reports and completes patrol round assignments as directed. * Keep ... and the South Pole. Pre-Employment Screening: Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening ...

Instructing, directing, and checking the work of other security analysts as assigned. * Responsible ... and the South Pole. Pre-Employment Screening: Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening ...

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Under direct supervision, this individual will perform journeyman level mechanical, preventive ... and the South Pole. Pre-Employment Screening: Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening ...

Maintain officer activity reports and completes patrol round assignments as directed. * Keep ... and the South Pole. Pre-Employment Screening: Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening ...

FIMS Administrator

Batavia, IL · On-site

$79K - $104K/yr

Ability to plan, schedule and direct skilled labor in the performance of project work. Proficiency ... and the South Pole. Pre-Employment Screening: Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening ...

Maintenance Planner/Scheduler

Batavia, IL · On-site

$41.43 - $50.53/hr

Fermilab is seeking a Maintenance Planner/Scheduler who under direct supervision, provides planning ... and the South Pole. Pre-Employment Screening: Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening ...

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Director South Pole information

What does a director at the South Pole do?

A Director at the South Pole typically oversees the operations and management of scientific research stations located at the South Pole, such as the Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station. Their responsibilities include coordinating logistics, ensuring the safety and well-being of staff, managing budgets, and supporting scientific missions. They work closely with scientists, engineers, and support personnel to facilitate research in extreme conditions, often making critical decisions related to station operations and emergency responses. Additionally, they represent the station in interactions with government agencies and international partners.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director at the South Pole?

To excel as a Director at the South Pole, you typically need advanced leadership experience, project management skills, and a relevant scientific or operational background, often with degrees in science, engineering, or logistics. Familiarity with polar research equipment, remote communication systems, and safety protocols is essential, as is knowledge of regulatory and environmental guidelines. Outstanding decision-making, resilience, and interpersonal skills are crucial for managing teams and resources under extreme and isolated conditions. These competencies ensure the safety, productivity, and well-being of staff while supporting successful scientific missions in a challenging environment.

What are some of the key leadership challenges faced by a director at the South Pole, and how can one effectively address them?

As a Director at South Pole, one common challenge is leading multidisciplinary teams across diverse regions while aligning everyone with the company’s sustainability mission. Effective communication and cross-cultural collaboration are essential, as is the ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships, both internally and externally. Directors are often responsible for setting strategic direction, ensuring project delivery, and driving business development, so strong organizational and decision-making skills are needed. Building trust, fostering an inclusive team culture, and staying adaptable to the fast-changing sustainability sector can help address these challenges and support success in the role.

What is the difference between Director South Pole vs Operations Manager South Pole?

AspectDirector South PoleOperations Manager South Pole
Required CredentialsAdvanced degrees in environmental science, logistics, or related fields; leadership experienceRelevant experience in operations, logistics, or project management; often similar certifications
Work EnvironmentStrategic planning, high-level decision making, overseeing multiple projectsHands-on management of daily operations, logistics, and team coordination
Employer & Industry UsageResearch institutions, government agencies, NGOs involved in polar expeditionsResearch stations, logistics companies, scientific organizations operating in polar regions

The main difference between a Director South Pole and an Operations Manager South Pole lies in scope and responsibilities. The Director focuses on strategic leadership and high-level planning, while the Operations Manager handles daily logistics and operational tasks. Both roles require relevant experience and work within similar environments, but the Director typically oversees broader initiatives.

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Infographic showing various Director South Pole job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

Maintenance Electrician

Fermilab

Batavia, NY • On-site

$42.90 - $44.52/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.


Fermilab rating

9.1

Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 121 rated laboratories


Job description

The expected hiring range for this position is:

$42.90-$44.52.

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

About the Role:
Fermilab is seeking a Maintenance Electrician IV to join the Infrastructure Services Division (ISD). Under direct supervision, this role involves performing journeyman-level predictive, preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance and repairs on equipment and systems including electrical distribution systems of all voltages up to 13.8 KV, motors up to 1000 horsepower, emergency generators, and HVAC systems and equipment in a 24/7 maintenance operation.

What your day-to-day as a Maintenance Electrician IV at Fermilab will look like:

  • Responds, troubleshoots, and completes service work orders by repairing, rebuilding, maintaining, servicing, and operating electrical distribution systems, Motor Control Centers (MCC), motors, emergency generators, lighting and heating, ventilation, and air condition (HVAC) systems.

  • Performs programmed, preventive and predictive maintenance via work orders on electrical distribution systems, MCC, motors, emergency generators, lighting and HVAC systems.

  • Performs routine operational maintenance work orders on electrical distribution systems, motors, emergency generators, lighting, and HVAC systems.

  • Recommends improvements in operations of maintenance and repairs of electrical systems.

  • Performs equipment operation and surveillance tasks and diagnoses electrical failures on electrical equipment and systems which include MCC, motors, generators, lighting, heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment, switches, transformers, and other electrical distribution systems components.

  • Completes emergency equipment repair work orders on electrical distribution systems, motors, emergency generators, lighting, and HVAC systems.

  • Recommends improvements in operations of maintenance and repairs of electrical systems.

  • Documents work activities for utilization in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

  • Attends all necessary Environmental Safety & Health and Facilities Engineering Services Section (FESS) training as required.

  • Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

  • Abides by and is responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position.

Skills and Attributes for Success:

  • High school diploma and 5+ years of electrical maintenance experience.

Applicable Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

  • Basic knowledge of electrical systems and safety procedures. May be required to legally operate a government vehicle.

Work Arrangement:

Please note that the described work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs and is not guaranteed to be final.

  • Onsite: This is an onsite role, and the candidate must be able to work from our Batavia office.


Benefits/Perks:

Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Paid time off

  • Life insurance

  • Short and Long-term disability insurance

  • Retirement benefits

  • Onsite day care

Why Fermilab:
Fermilab is America's premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and the South Pole.

Pre-Employment Screening:


Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening

Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe, productive and drug-free environment. An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

HSPD-12

In accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a federal background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws. Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.

Foreign Government Sponsored Activities

Fermilab employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. Such individuals will be asked to disclose any participation for review by Fermilab's Office of General Counsel.

REAL-ID Requirement for access to Fermilab Campus
Fermilab requires all members of the public to produce a REAL-ID, or equivalent, to access the Fermilab Campus for interviews or career events. A list of acceptable forms of ID can be found here: https://get-connected.fnal.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/REALID-Documents.pdf. If a candidate is selected for an interview but does not possess any of the equivalent documents, we may schedule a virtual interview.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Fermilab is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.


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