Heavy Duty Mechanic Apprentice

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

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

Schedule will be 2 weeks on-site, 2 weeks off-site

Reporting to the HE Shop Supervisor

• Establish basic understanding of Mechanical components for fleet mobile heavy equipment such as haulage trucks, dozers, loaders and graders.
• Assist the HE Shop Supervisor or other Journeyperson(s) become familiar with Industrial Mechanics to include assembling, installing, repairing and the dismantlement of mobile heavy equipment
• Learn various processes of heavy machinery components such as engine, transmission, cooling system, fuel and exhaust systems
• Assist with mechanical preventative maintenance on fleet vehicles
• Assist with other job duties such as equipment set-up, mechanic helper or general shop clean up tasks such as housekeeping and organization of shop
• Maintain a weekly apprentice log book
• Perform maintenance work individually as skill level progresses
• Complete and provide accurate work closure details which should be recorded on work order
• Develop competency to serve as relief Service Oiler when required within one year
• Ensure all tools and equipment are maintained and kept in a clean and orderly condition
• Demonstrate the ability to follow instructions and have the willingness to learn and advance through the Heavy Duty Apprentice progression
• Communicate effectively with other trade personnel, colleague 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 comply with 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 advises coworkers and visitors of such policies and procedures as required
• Perform other related duties as assigned

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Training at a technical school such as ATC and/or obtained 6 months experience
• Desire to advance to higher levels in the competency development system by training and becoming proficient at specific tasks and duties in the Maintenance department and willing to work toward Journeyperson status
• Adhere to high safety standards
• Able to work day, afternoon, or night shifts as required
• Be a team player and able to communicate well with others
• Highly motivated and have ability to perform tasks with limited direction
• Able to work outdoors with a potential exposure to extreme climatic conditions
• Ability to perform labor intensive work when required
• Ability to obtain a valid Alaska driver 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: #LI - On-site