Environmental Technician I (Seasonal) x 3

Closing Date: February 21, 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 seasonal Environmental Technician will collect field samples and data, ensuring compliance with regulations and permits with suitable technology.

Rotation schedule will be 2 weeks on site, with 2 weeks off site

Reporting to the Environmental Technical Supervisor

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the collection, recording and processing of environmental samples and measurements to fulfill defined environmental monitoring requirements
• Prepare and follow a schedule and set of procedures, which will ensure the shipment of samples to appropriate laboratories within the required time periods
• Accurately label and handle samples to maintain data integrity and avoid test result interference.
• Record field notes, documents, adhoc reports for regulatory, legal, permitting, compliance purposes using software
• Participate in data collection that is primarily outside and often requires travel by vehicle, helicopter, small aircraft, foot, boat or snow-machine and ensures work is completed safely while in an Arctic environment
• Demonstrate understanding of environmental risks, align with safety policies, ensure daily workplace inspections to identify and correct hazards
• Ensure compliance with all established policies and standard operating procedures and instructs coworkers and visitors of such policies and procedures as required
• Other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Six (6) months environmental experience. Successful environmental experience from site preferred
• Have a valid Driver's License
• Basic skills in Microsoft Office suite applications, and proficient in Adobe Acrobat software
• Strong team collaboration with proven communication, organization and observation skills
• Ability to perform all tasks with limited direction
• Prioritize safety in the workplace and abide by protocols
• Willing to work outdoors with a potential exposure to extreme climatic conditions
• A desire to advance to higher levels in the competency development system by training and becoming proficient at specific tasks and duties in the Environmental department
• Experience with Aquarius Software, Campbell Scientific equipment, conducting in-steam flow measurements and particulate monitoring preferred

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 basic medical, basic life, AD&D, and some qualify for the 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.