Mine Surveyor

Teck Resources Limited; Alaska; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fly-in fly-out schedule

2 weeks on-site / 2 weeks off-site

Modern accommodation facilities withMe

Job summary

Teck Alaska Incorporated, Red Dog Operations, is recruiting a Community Reporter to provide field observation support for the Red Dog Mine Aŋarraaq and Aktiġiruq Extension Project. The role includes a two-weeks-on/site rotation with two weeks off-site, reporting to the Survey Lead.

You will perform production surveying, monitor structures, complete as-built and volumetric surveys, locate utilities, and collect UAV data. Strong surveying skills and a valid license are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• 3–5 years of surveying experience in open-pit mining preferred.
• FAA Part 107 license for sUAS/Drone operations or able to obtain.
• Experience with RTK GPS, Total Stations, Terrestrial Scanners and Digital Levels.
• Experience with Autodesk Civil3D and Trimble Business Center.
• Strong record-keeping and map/document preparation skills.
• Proficient in MS Office; able to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide production surveying services to support operations and planning groups.
• Perform periodic monitoring of structures, roads, and water levels.
• Conduct as-built surveys of blast patterns, highwalls, waste dumps, utilities and facilities.
• Complete volumetric surveys of stockpiled material.
• Locate buried utilities and issue dig permits; maintain Master Utility files.
• Coordinate cross-department communication using maps, logs, radio and in-person reminders.
• Collect and process UAV/Drone data for projects.
• Assist with construction project surveying as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Time management

Self-motivation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Autodesk Civil3D

Trimble Business Center

RTK GPS

Total Stations

Terrestrial Scanners

Digital Levels

MS Office Suite

Excel

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

Join Teck Alaska Incorporated, Red Dog Operations, one of the world’s largest producers of zinc concentrate. We are committed to encouraging a family-oriented work environment that values every team member. For many of our positions, we offer a unique rotation schedule with 2 weeks on-site followed by 2 weeks off‑site, allowing you to enjoy quality time with your loved ones.

Partnership with NANA Regional Corporation: The mine operates on land owned by the NANA Regional Corporation, an Alaska Native corporation. This partnership ensures that the local Iñupiat community benefits from the mine’s operations, reflecting our dedication to community engagement and sustainable practices.

Embracing Courageous Safety Leadership (CSL): At Teck, safety is a core value central to our work culture. Through programs like CSL, we empower every employee to be a safety leader, encouraging a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks. As part of our team, you’ll contribute to sustaining this safety-first environment, where speaking up and driving positive change are not just encouraged but expected.

Teck Alaska Incorporated, Red Dog Operations, one of the world's largest producers of zinc concentrate, is recruiting for a Community Reporter. The Community Reporter is responsible for providing field observation support to the Red Dog Mine Aŋarraaq and Aktiġiruq Extension Project.

Rotation schedule will be 2 weeks on-site with 2 weeks off‑site

Reporting to the Survey Lead

Key Responsibilities

• Provide production surveying services to support operations and planning groups
• Perform periodic monitoring as required of structures, roads, and water levels
• Perform as-built surveys of blast patterns, highwalls, waste dumps, utilities and facilities
• Complete volumetric surveys of stockpiled material
• Locate buried utilities and issue dig permits
• Maintain Master Utility files used in dig permitting process
• Coordinate work and communicate between planning, blasting, geology and production departments by using maps, log books, radio and face‑to‑face encounters
• UAV / Drone data collection and processing
• Assist with construction project surveying as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience, preferably in an open pit mining environment as a surveyor or mine technician is preferred. Compensation rate will be relative to experience
• Working knowledge of surveying equipment (RTK GPS, Total Stations, Terrestrial Scanners and Digital Levels)
• Working knowledge of office civil / survey software (Autodesk Civil3D, Trimble Business Center)
• Excellent record keeping skills
• Knowledge of calculations, boundary closures, vertical bench loop closures and adjustments
• Ability to prepare maps, records, and documents related to survey work
• A valid FAA Part 107 license for sUAS / Drone operations or ability to obtain
• Interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral
• Excellent people, project, and time management skills
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and Windows environment with intermediate abilities in Excel
• Work with minimal supervision
• Willing to work outdoors with a potential exposure to extreme climatic conditions

Working Conditions:

• Access: Fly in, fly out
• Schedule: We offer a two-weeks on / two-weeks off 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 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.