Core Technician x4
Closing Date: April 15, 2025
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.
Reporting to the Senior Geologist, the Core Technician is responsible for providing support to the 2025 Exploration program as directed by their supervisor. This support comprises of a full range of drill core processing duties including handling, photographing, cutting and sampling drill core in accordance with the geologist.
The rotation schedule for this opportunity will be an even rotation, 2 weeks on-site with 1 week off-site.
Responsibilities:
• Fully embrace Teck’s core values by being Safe, Courageous, Respectful, Inclusive, Humble and Driven
• Attend and actively participate in safety and pre-shift meetings
• Collect and cut core samples identified by geologists. Sample collection includes splitting the core in half with a core saw, bagging samples, labelling sample bags, inserting standards or blanks as necessary, and storing samples in a manner consistent with shipping requirements. Conscientious sample collection is necessary for program success
• Photograph all drill core in both dry and damp condition. Check photos for clarity and for correct footages and box numbers. Retake photographs, if necessary, save photos in the appropriate location using the proper file naming convention
• Utilize forklift to move core and other items as needed
• Manually shelve and de-shelve or palletize core boxes as directed
• Assist placing core boxes on logging tables and washing core in preparation for logging as directed
• Maintain core saw facility, core logging tent, and core yard in a neat and organized manner
• Assist with general housekeeping including but not limited to cleaning vehicles, snow removal and inventorying supplies
• Carry out workplace inspections, identify hazards and hazard mitigation solutions, and report unsafe conditions and behaviors
• Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong work ethic and the ability to work a labor-intensive job while being detail oriented
• Basic computer skills such as file management, spreadsheets, and word processing skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as a regular part of the position
• Previous forklift experience is not required but is a strong asset
• Ability to work effectively with a large, diverse team, and maintain a safe and respectful workplace
• A driver’s license is not required but is a very strong asset
About Teck Alaska Incorporated, Red Dog Operations
At Teck, we believe in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member can thrive. Our Red Dog mine features modern facilities, including dedicated spaces for group and individual physical activities, weights, cardio equipment, movie rooms, theme nights, and modern accommodation complexes. To ensure a comfortable living and family-style working environment for all employees, we also provide all meals, making it easier for you to focus on your work and well-being.
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 two-weeks on/two-weeks off schedule is designed to provide a better work-life balance for our employees.
Diversity is a core value at Teck. Our teams work collaboratively, respecting each person’s unique perspective and contribution. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, 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.
