Heavy Duty Mechanic VI

Location: Red Dog Mine, AK, United States

Employment Type: Regular Full Time

Workplace Type: On-site

Recruiter: Annabel Morena

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.

Reporting to the HE Shop Supervisor, the Heavy Duty Mechanic VI at Red Dog supports a critical and dynamic role that is responsible for troubleshooting a wide array of large and complex mining and related equipment across the site.

The rotation schedule for this position is an even rotation, with the option for 2 weeks on‑site with 2 weeks off‑site, or 3 weeks on‑site and 3 off‑site.

• Inspect and examine mobile equipment to detect and find irregularities and malfunctions; install, troubleshoot and maintain power transmission, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and braking systems.
• Diagnose, dismantle, assemble, and align mobile equipment including dozers, graders, haulage trucks, and loaders.
• Complete routine tasks such as lubrication of fleet equipment, seal replacement, cleaning of parts during an overhaul, and preventive 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; prioritize work on a daily basis utilizing the Maintenance Order System; estimate material costs and labor hours on jobs and troubleshoot equipment.
• Complete preventive maintenance on fleet vehicles.
• Complete and provide accurate work closure details which are recorded on work orders.
• Ensure all tools are maintained and kept in a clean and orderly condition.
• Serve as relief HE Supervisor when required.
• Communicate effectively with other trade personnel, colleagues and supervisor about assigned tasks and ensuring carryover and updates of completed tasks throughout the shift.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of environmental risks and hazards as well as follow safety policies and procedures (MSHA and Red Dog EMS training) and ensure 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 advise coworkers and visitors of such policies and procedures as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Journeyperson Heavy‑Duty/Heavy‑Equipment Mechanic certification, or seven (7) or more years of proven experience in a heavy industrial maintenance environment, which includes diagnosing, dismantling, assembling, and aligning heavy mobile equipment.
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, are required.
• 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 has the ability to perform tasks with limited direction.
• Work outdoors with potential exposure to extreme climatic conditions and perform labor‑intensive work when required.
• Obtain a valid Alaska driver's license is desirable.

• 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.

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.

Requisition  | Job Category:
Maintenance & Trades |

Employment Type:

Regular Full Time |

Location:

Red Dog | Workplace Type:
On‑site