Electrician Journeyperson
Closing Date: May 30, 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.
The Electrical and Instrumental Apprentice Progression plan and perform the design, configuration, calibration, installation, adjustment, maintenance and repair of any type of measuring, analytical and process control instruments; to investigate process control problems and resolve related instrument malfunctions.
Reporting to the Electrical Maintenance Supervisor
Rotational Schedule will be an even rotation
Responsibilities:
• Apply understanding of electrical components of the Mill, Mine and Camp facilities and basic electrical theory
• Maintain proficiency with the design and construction of new electrical installations, troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems, performing preventative maintenance, and checking pumps and ventilation systems
• Possess general understanding of process control systems
• Apply process and engineering calculations to size, specify, and select process instrumentation and industrial electrical equipment
• Demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot complex motor control circuits, understand electrical schematics drawings and wiring diagrams, utilize electrical test equipment, and troubleshoot Powerhouse Generators
• Utilize instrument test equipment to monitor equipment and provide maintenance recommendations, installing, programming and troubleshooting AC Variable Speed Drives
• Have a good understanding of Instrumentation basics such as level and pressure transmitters and have the ability to troubleshoot instrumentation analog circuits, have a basic understanding of PLC and relay logic
• Utilize experience working with 480 Volt and 4160 Volt electrical gear including testing breakers, switchgear and cables
• 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 complies with safety policies and procedures (Mining Safety Health Administration 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:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in industrial Electrical Maintenance is required with preferred mining experience
• Electrical Journeyperson License is not required but would be preferred. Looking for Maintenance Electricians, not construction Electricians
• Physically capable of performing essential functions in the electrical trade, within a mill environment for 11.5 hours per day
• Willing to train and mentor apprentices
• Strong team cooperation is required
• Ability to perform tasks with limited direction
• Must work safely and follow instructions, also have a good safety record and provide references for past work experience
• Must be willing to work outdoors with a potential exposure to extreme climatic conditions
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.
