CONSTRUCTION

My Antarctic and Arctic construction experience has included:

• Deep field research camp construction

• Installation and rigging for scientific instruments

• Lead sea ice and dive hut support

• Propane and diesel heater installation and service

Specific trainings completed include:

• Field safety, snow camping, sea ice travel

• Helicopter sling load rigging

• Polar bear safety

• Confined space, respirator use, fall protection

• Pisten Bully and snowmobile operation

As a Wilderness First Responder, I was a member of both McMurdo Station's Medical Auxiliary Team/Mass Casualty Incident preparation team and Summit Station's Emergency Response Team. 

General construction experience includes:

• Carpentry/framing - Rigging - Drywall - Roofing - Flooring - Plumbing

Equipment experience:

• Skid-steer, aerial lift, scissor lift, mini excavator, and numerous power tools

• Gas-powered Pionjars, jackhammers, rock haulers