Journeyperson Light Vehicle Mechanic
Red Dog, AK, US
Journeyperson Light Vehicle Mechanic
Closing Date: December 18, 2023
Teck Alaska Incorporated, Red Dog Operations, one of the world's largest producers of zinc concentrate, is recruiting for a Journeyperson Light Vehicle Mechanic. Due to anticipated needs, we are currently recruiting for a career oriented individual to fill this role.
Rotation will be an even rotation; 2 weeks on-site, 2 weeks off-site
Reporting to the HE Shop Supervisors
Responsibilities:
- Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
- Repair or replace worn or faulty parts by removing assemblies such as engines, transmissions, differentials or steering gear; dismantling them and checking parts, referring to manuals as necessary
- Complete preventative maintenance on fleet vehicles
- Reassemble, test, clean and adjust repaired or replaced parts or assemblies, using various instruments to make sure they are working properly and putting them back into the vehicle
- Diagnose, repair and replace engine management and fuel injection components
- Ensure all tools are maintained and kept in a clean and orderly condition
- 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 (MSHA 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
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or GED equivalent
- Must be a Journeyperson Light Vehicle Mechanic or have 10 or more years’ or proven experience in heavy industrial maintenance environment which includes diagnosing, dismantling, assembling, and aligning light/medium vehicle equipment
- Basic computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft office applications is required
- Must have the ability to adhere to high safety standards
- Must be able to work day, afternoon, or night shifts as required
- Must be a team player and able to communicate well with others
- Must be highly motivated and have ability to perform tasks with limited direction
- Must be able to work outdoors with a potential exposure to extreme climatic conditions
- Must be able to perform labor intensive work when required
- Ability to obtain a valid Alaska driver license is desirable
About Teck
Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a physical assessment, drug screen and a background check. Red Dog provides excellent benefits to employees including: medical, dental, life, AD&D and long term disability insurance, paid sick leave, vacation days and a 401k. Red Dog currently offers a 2x2 (two weeks on & two weeks off) schedule to provide a better work-life balance to our employees.
At Teck, we value diversity. Our teams work collaboratively and respect each person’s unique perspective and contribution.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Teck is a diversified resource company committed to responsible mining and mineral development with major business units focused on copper, steelmaking coal, zinc, as well as investments in energy assets.
The pursuit of sustainability guides Teck’s approach to business. Teck has been recognized as one of the 2022 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations by Corporate Knights and is ranked #1 in the Metals and Mining industry on the S&P Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI).
Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, its shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbols TECK.A and TECK.B and the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol TECK.
Learn more about Teck at www.teck.com or follow @TeckResources
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.
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