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Leidos

Antarctic Administrative Coordinator (Alternate)

$60K - $64K/yr

The McMurdo Area Management Senior Administrative Coordinator will be responsible for a broad range of administrative and organizational support functions while deployed to McMurdo Station as part of ...

Pae

Blaster Lead

Chicago, IL · On-site

Over-see all blasting operations in and around McMurdo Station. Provide effective planning and leadership to ensure efficient and productive blasting operations. Lead small teams of people under the ...

Amentum Services, Inc.

Blaster Lead

Chicago, IL

Over-see all blasting operations in and around McMurdo Station. Provide effective planning and leadership to ensure efficient and productive blasting operations. Lead small teams of people under the ...

Leidos

Seasonal Antarctic Cultural HRBP

Primary deployment to McMurdo Station, Antarctica is expected from November 2026 through February 2027 (with flexibility of up to two weeks on either the deployment or redeployment dates). A second ...

Maytag Aircraft

McMurdo Station, South Pole or Palmer Station Type: Full-Time, Contract, Duration: Approx. 5 months Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location ...

Maytag Aircraft

McMurdo Station, South Pole or Palmer Station Type: Full-Time, Contract, Duration: Approx. 5 months Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location ...

Cni

Electronics Technician I

Charleston, SC · On-site

This position deploys to McMurdo Station, Antarctica to conduct work locally. The United States Antarctica Program requires all personnel deploying to Antarctica to pass a physical qualification.

Pae

Firefighter - ARFF

Dallas, TX

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ensures that equipment is operational and able to function within the Fire Prevention and Disaster Preparedness Program for McMurdo Station. * Ensures that emergency equipment under the control of ...

Pae

Carpenter

Palmers Crossing, MS · On-site

$21.25 - $29/hr

May deploy to remote research support facilities for day trips or extended periods (McMurdo only) * Occasionally utilize the assistance of other station personnel to complete tasking, or assist other ...

Amentum

Firefighter - ARFF

Dallas, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ensures that equipment is operational and able to function within the Fire Prevention and Disaster Preparedness Program for McMurdo Station. * Ensures that emergency equipment under the control of ...

Pae

Firefighter

Chicago, IL · On-site

Ensures that equipment is operational and able to function within the Fire Prevention and Disaster Preparedness Program for McMurdo Station. * Ensures that emergency equipment under the control of ...

Leidos

Winter Lab Assistant- Antarctica

This is a seasonal position which deploys to McMurdo Station, Antarctica for the austral winter season, February - October (approximately 9 months). The candidate in the position must complete the ...

Cni

Electronics Technician I

Charleston, SC

This position deploys to McMurdo Station, Antarctica to conduct work locally. The United States Antarctica Program requires all personnel deploying to Antarctica to pass a physical qualification.

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How much do mcmurdo jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for mcmurdo in the United States is $16.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a McMurdo?

McMurdo jobs refer to positions available at McMurdo Station, a U.S. Antarctic research center on Ross Island. These jobs support scientific research and station operations, including roles in logistics, food services, engineering, administration, and science support. Most positions are seasonal, lasting during the Antarctic summer (October to February), and require candidates to undergo extensive screening and physical exams. Working at McMurdo offers a unique and challenging experience in one of the most remote environments on Earth.

What skills and qualifications are needed to work at McMurdo Station?

To thrive as a McMurdo Station worker, you generally need relevant technical expertise (such as in science, trades, logistics, or support roles), a high school diploma or higher, and the ability to pass rigorous physical and medical screenings. Familiarity with specialized equipment, safety protocols for extreme environments, and sometimes certifications like OSHA or first aid are typically required. Strong adaptability, teamwork, and resilience are crucial soft skills for handling isolation and challenging Antarctic conditions. These skills and qualifications ensure the safety, efficiency, and well-being of all personnel in a remote and demanding environment.

What unique challenges should I expect when working at McMurdo Station in Antarctica?

Working at McMurdo Station presents unique challenges, including extreme cold, isolation, and limited daylight during certain months. Team members must adapt to living and working in close quarters with a diverse group of people, often for extended periods. The remote environment requires strong problem-solving skills, flexibility, and a focus on safety. Despite these challenges, many find the experience rewarding due to the strong sense of camaraderie and the opportunity to contribute to important scientific research.

What is the difference between Mcmurdo vs Geologist?

AspectMcmurdoGeologist
Required CredentialsTypically requires a background in geology, environmental science, or related fields; often includes certifications for fieldworkRequires a degree in geology or earth sciences; certifications vary based on specialization
Work EnvironmentRemote, cold, and challenging environments, often in polar or Antarctic stationsVaries from field sites to laboratories, often in offices or research facilities
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in scientific research stations, government agencies, or environmental organizations in polar regionsIn academia, government agencies, or private sector, focusing on earth studies and resource exploration

While Mcmurdo roles focus on supporting scientific research in extreme environments, geologists work across diverse settings analyzing earth materials. Both require a background in earth sciences, but Mcmurdo positions are specialized for polar expeditions, whereas geologists have broader industry applications.

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Infographic showing various Mcmurdo job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% Locum Tenens, 67% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 7% Temporary, 3% Nights, and 9% Summer. Highlights an 93% Physical, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,527 per year, or $16.6 per hour.

General Maintenance Technician, McMurdo Station (Summer 2026-2027)

Gana-A'Yoo

Commerce City, CO • On-site

$1.0K - $1.4K/wk

Full-time, Temporary

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

POSITION: General Maintenance Technician

SEASON: Austral Summer (Summer 2026-2027)

LOCATION: McMurdo Station, Antarctica

SECTOR/DEPT: Gana-A'Yoo Services Corporation (GSC) Antarctica

Salary: $1,000-$1,400 per week

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Responsible for general maintenance and repairs of all station recreation equipment, kitchen equipment, housing furniture, and general handyman work for housing/recreation/culinary departments.
  • Conduct general maintenance of recreational and kitchen, lodging and janitorial equipment.
  • Performs major overhauls to include dismantling, replacing parts, and making repairs to all related equipment, including heating, ventilating, cooling, refrigeration diagnoses and repairs failures as they occur in support components including kitchen equipment.
  • May act as first responder to trouble calls on facilities and utilities systems.
  • May be required to work outside on various job sites in extreme cold weather conditions.
  • Performs physical activities including heavy lifting, climbing in and out of vehicles, crawling as needed, working outdoors in extreme cold, and walking long distances daily. Snow shoveling, ice-chipping, and other forms of manual labor required.
  • Performs daily equipment checks to ensure all equipment is properly maintained and in safe operating condition.
  • Complies with all ASC Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements.
  • Accurately records time worked and equipment hours used daily in Maximo.
  • Performs other duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum two years' experience in a wide variety of facility maintenance and repairs preferred
  • Willingness and ability to deploy to Antarctica for extended periods is required.
  • Must be willing and able to lift and move items, parts, assemblies and equipment up to the safety regulation maximum.
  • Must be willing and able to perform physical activities including heavy lifting, climbing in and out of equipment, crawling, and working outdoors.
  • Must participate in community programs, such as "house-mouse" (chores), "daisy-picking" (cleaning-up around the station), recycling efforts & safety objectives.

PREFERRED

Familiarity with Microsoft Office preferred.

Prior cold-climate equipment operations preferred.

Familiarity with kitchen refrigeration, ovens, ranges etc.

EDUCATION: High school graduate or equivalent is strongly preferred.

CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR LICENSING REQUIREMENTS: Valid Driver's license required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move around the facility 75% or more of the time. The employee is occasionally required to remain in a stationary position for at least 25% of the time. The employee frequently is required to maneuver self to be able to reach product and/or materials needed for task. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 65 pounds. Must have capacity for exposure to long hours, days, and weeks away from home.

OTHER:

  • US citizenship or permanent residency required.
  • A prerequisite of employment for this position is to successfully gain a favorable Tier 1 - Elevated Background Investigation (EBI) result prior to deployment. Candidates hired for this position will be required to complete; online forms, written forms, fingerprint cards and provide additional details and information as requested by NSF Personnel Security.
  • This position is contingent upon ASC approval and funding in the upcoming program plan.

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