Community Operator

Position: SmartICE Community Operator Opportunities
Help monitor sea-ice conditions this 2026 Ice Season with SmartICE as a Community Operator in Nain, Nunatsiavut. Gain hands-on experience by operating advanced monitoring technology like SmartKAMUTIK and SmartBUOY sensors.

SmartICE is looking for enthusiastic community members for a seasonal role dedicated to enhancing ice safety. As a Community Operator, you will engage in comprehensive training and work collaboratively to ensure safe routes are established for community travel. Additionally, you’ll learn critical skills in equipment maintenance and data management through the SIKU platform.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete training to become a certified operator

• Operate SmartKAMUTIK and SmartBUOY sensors weekly

• Collaborate with community members for safe route evaluation

• Upload ice condition data to the SIKU platform

• Share your knowledge on local ice conditions

Requirements:

• Experience navigating sea ice in your community

• Interest in technology and environmental safety

• Strong commitment to workplace responsibility

• Emergency First Aid certification provided

• Preference for Indigenous applicants to enhance community representation

Make a difference for your community by becoming a Community Operator and leveraging technology for sea-ice safety with SmartICE.