Mill Mechanic VI

Teck Resources Limited; Alaska; On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Teck Alaska Incorporated, Red Dog Operations, is seeking a Mill Mechanic VI to maintain and repair heavy industrial equipment at Red Dog Mine. The role reports to the Mill Maintenance Supervisor and offers an even rotational schedule with on-site/off-site rotations, plus fly-in/fly-out access.

The ideal candidate will be a Journeyperson Millwright with extensive maintenance experience, strong safety practices, and the ability to work with a variety of trades on site in Alaska.

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Millwright or 7+ years in heavy industrial maintenance.
• Experience with pumps, conveyors, welding, alignment, rigging, and mills.
• Ability to read engineered drawings.
• Strong safety standards.
• Teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Be a courageous safety leader and comply with safety rules.
• Install, align, dismantle and move machinery per drawings and plans.
• Operate cranes, jacks and tractors to position equipment.
• Inspect machinery; maintain hydraulic, pneumatic and PLC systems.
• Dismantle, assemble and align equipment and foundations.
• Perform lubrication, seal replacement and preventative maintenance.
• Coordinate with operators, engineering and trades using Maintenance Order System.
• Keep tools and workspace clean and orderly.
• Identify hazards via daily inspections and safety training.
• Adhere to policies and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Journeyperson Millwright

Heavy industrial maintenance

Engineered drawings

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Education

Journeyman millwright certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Red Dog Mine, AK, United States
Employment Type: Regular Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site

About Red Dog

Red Dog Operations is both the largest critical minerals mine in the United States and one of the largest zinc mines in the world. In 1982, Red Dog was developed through a partnership between Teck and the land-owner NANA, an Alaska Native corporation owned by the Iñupiat of northwest Alaska. The partnership between Teck and NANA ensures real benefits for the local Iñupiat community, while recognizing there is still more to do as we advance our commitment to sustainable practices and meaningful engagement.

Role Overview

Teck Alaska Incorporated, Red Dog Operations, one of the world's largest producers of zinc concentrate, is recruiting for a Mill Mechanic VI. Due to anticipated needs, we are currently recruiting for a career-oriented individual to fill this role.

Reporting to the Mill Maintenance Supervisor

Rotational Schedule will be an even rotation, with an option for 2 weeks on-site with 2 weeks off-site, or 3 weeks on-site and 3 weeks off-site.

Responsibilities:

• Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
• Install, align, take apart and move stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, and other drawings using hoists, lift trucks, hand tools, and power tools
• Operate hoisting and lifting devices, such as cranes, jacks and tractors, to position machinery and parts during the installation, set-up and repair of machinery
• Inspect and examine machinery and equipment to detect and find irregularities and malfunctions; install, troubleshoot and maintain power transmission, vacuum, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and programmable logic controls
• Dismantle machines, assembles, installs and aligns equipment and machinery such as shafting, conveyors, and tram rails; constructs foundations for machines; a variety of equipment may be used to make customized parts or to complete repairs
• Complete routine tasks such as lubrication of machinery, seal replacement, cleaning of parts during an overhaul and preventative maintenance
• Interact with a variety of employees on the property such as operators, engineering, trades and operating supervision on methods, procedures and hazards in order to coordinate the services of other trades and service personnel in the planning of their portion of the job; prioritizing work on a daily basis utilizing the Maintenance Order System; estimating material costs and labour hours on jobs and troubleshooting plant equipment
• Ensure all tools and equipment are maintained and kept in a clean and orderly condition
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of environmental risks and hazards as well as complies with safety policies and procedures (MSHA and Red Dog EMS training) and ensures daily workplace inspections are done in order to accurately identify and correct workplace hazards
• Ensure compliance with all established policies and standard operating procedures and advises coworkers and visitors of such policies and procedures as required
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Journeyperson Millwright or have seven (7) or more years’ or proven experience in heavy industrial maintenance which includes pumps, conveyors, welding, alignment, heavy rigging, compressors, crushers and sag and ball mills
• Capability of working with engineered drawings
• Adhere to high safety standards
• Work day, afternoon, or night shifts as required
• Team player and able to communicate well with others
• Highly motivated and have ability to perform tasks with limited direction
• Work outdoors with a potential exposure to extreme climatic conditions
• Perform labor intensive work when required
• Ability to obtain a valid driver license is desirable
• Basic computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft office applications

Working Conditions:

• Access: Fly in, fly out
• Schedule: We offer an even rotational schedule to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Accommodation: Our modern facilities, including dedicated spaces for group and individual physical activities, weights, cardio equipment, movie rooms, theme nights, and modern accommodation complexes. All meals are provided, making it easier for you to focus on your work and well-being.
• Culture: At Red Dog, we believe in fostering a safe and healthy environment for all our employees. We are proud to be a drug and alcohol-free workplace and will include a drug test as part of our hiring process.

Why Teck

At Teck, your work matters — to the world, to our communities and to your future.
As a leading Canadian resource company, we focus on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love. We do this guided by our values that, together, form The Teck Way. At Teck, you’ll find purpose-driven work, a culture of respect and inclusion, and the opportunity to grow your career while helping build a better world.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance, paid sick leave, vacation days, and a 401k plan. Our even rotational schedule is designed to provide a better work-life balance for our employees.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free hiring process. Accommodations are available upon request, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We appreciate all applicants’ interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.