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Port Operator V

Posting Start Date: 9/28/26

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Port Operator V

Closing Date: October 12, 2026

Location: Red Dog Mine, AK, United States

Employment Type: Regular Full Time

Workplace Type: On-site

About Red Dog

Red Dog Operations is both the largest critical minerals mine in the United States and one of the largest zinc mines in the world. In 1982, Red Dog was developed through a partnership between Teck and the land-owner NANA, an Alaska Native corporation owned by the Iñupiat of northwest Alaska. The partnership between Teck and NANA ensures real benefits for the local Iñupiat community, while recognizing there is still more to do as we advance our commitment to sustainable practices and meaningful engagement.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Port Operations Supervisor, the incumbents of the Port Operation's progression demonstrates an understanding of the site layout and conveyors systems for dumping trucks, understands handling and storage plans, knows shipping conveyor systems, knows all concentrate shipping operations and knows how to switch products, understands concentrate management in CSB's and load concentrates. The incumbent also operates heavy equipment for the Port Operations following all safety regulations and procedures outlined by the company including: operating TUB, VAC Truck, front end loaders, Skid Steer, Dozers.

Key Responsibilities

• Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
• Proficient at operation of all Port equipment including TUB, VAC truck, front end loader (medium and small), skid steer, fork lift and competent in operating dozer in the CSB.
• Competent on all Port equipment including various equipment used at the Port such as, Motor grader, excavator, compactor, D5 dozer, D6 dozer, and backhoes.
• Oversee individual projects in a safe timely manner and shows competency and demonstrates the ability of being a lead hand.
• Assist in the training of new operators on Port equipment.
• Competent in managing stockpile in CSB's and safely push concentrate to loaders during load out with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrate understanding of the Port Operation of the site layout and conveyors systems for dumping trucks and concentrate load out.
• Required to complete basic paperwork such as timesheets and walk around inspection forms which include information such as location, material hauled, load count, hours worked and condition of equipment.
• Required to comply with Red Dog Operations Environmental, Health, Safety and Community Policy which includes fugitive dust mitigation.
• Demonstrate the ability to follow instructions and have the willingness to learn and advance through the Port Operators progression.
• Demonstrates 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.
• Communicate effectively with other operators, colleagues and supervisor about assigned tasks and ensuring carryover and updates of completed tasks throughout the shift.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of four (4) years' prior mining or similar experience which includes heavy equipment operating experience (Skid steer, VAC truck, Loader, Forklift, Dozer) is required.
• Must be certified ship loader operator.
• Driver's license preferred.
• Strong team cooperation is required.
• Perform all tasks with limited direction.
• Must work safely and follow instructions.
• Must be willing to work outdoors with a potential exposure to extreme climatic conditions.
• Shift work required (Day Shift, Night Shift).
• Desire to advance to higher levels in the competency development system by training and becoming proficient at specific tasks and duties in the Port Operations department

Working Conditions:

• 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.

Why Teck

At Teck, your work matters - to the world, to our communities and to your future.

As a leading Canadian resource company, we focus on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love. We do this guided by our values that, together, form The Teck Way. At Teck, you'll find purpose-driven work, a culture of respect and inclusion, and the opportunity to grow your career while helping build a better world.

Apply with us

Take the next step in your career by applying for the Port Operator V role. We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement.

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 ID: 54620 | Job Category: Mining, Milling & Smelting Operations | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Location: Red Dog, Red Dog Port | Workplace Type: #LI - On-site

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Closing Date: October 12, 2026

Location: Red Dog Mine, AK, United States

Employment Type: Regular Full Time

Workplace Type: On-site

About Red Dog

Red Dog Operations is both the largest critical minerals mine in the United States and one of the largest zinc mines in the world. In 1982, Red Dog was developed through a partnership between Teck and the land-owner NANA, an Alaska Native corporation owned by the Iñupiat of northwest Alaska. The partnership between Teck and NANA ensures real benefits for the local Iñupiat community, while recognizing there is still more to do as we advance our commitment to sustainable practices and meaningful engagement.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Port Operations Supervisor, the incumbents of the Port Operation's progression demonstrates an understanding of the site layout and conveyors systems for dumping trucks, understands handling and storage plans, knows shipping conveyor systems, knows all concentrate shipping operations and knows how to switch products, understands concentrate management in CSB's and load concentrates. The incumbent also operates heavy equipment for the Port Operations following all safety regulations and procedures outlined by the company including: operating TUB, VAC Truck, front end loaders, Skid Steer, Dozers.

Key Responsibilities

• Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
• Proficient at operation of all Port equipment including TUB, VAC truck, front end loader (medium and small), skid steer, fork lift and competent in operating dozer in the CSB.
• Competent on all Port equipment including various equipment used at the Port such as, Motor grader, excavator, compactor, D5 dozer, D6 dozer, and backhoes.
• Oversee individual projects in a safe timely manner and shows competency and demonstrates the ability of being a lead hand.
• Assist in the training of new operators on Port equipment.
• Competent in managing stockpile in CSB's and safely push concentrate to loaders during load out with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrate understanding of the Port Operation of the site layout and conveyors systems for dumping trucks and concentrate load out.
• Required to complete basic paperwork such as timesheets and walk around inspection forms which include information such as location, material hauled, load count, hours worked and condition of equipment.
• Required to comply with Red Dog Operations Environmental, Health, Safety and Community Policy which includes fugitive dust mitigation.
• Demonstrate the ability to follow instructions and have the willingness to learn and advance through the Port Operators progression.
• Demonstrates 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.
• Communicate effectively with other operators, colleagues and supervisor about assigned tasks and ensuring carryover and updates of completed tasks throughout the shift.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of four (4) years' prior mining or similar experience which includes heavy equipment operating experience (Skid steer, VAC truck, Loader, Forklift, Dozer) is required.
• Must be certified ship loader operator.
• Driver's license preferred.
• Strong team cooperation is required.
• Perform all tasks with limited direction.
• Must work safely and follow instructions.
• Must be willing to work outdoors with a potential exposure to extreme climatic conditions.
• Shift work required (Day Shift, Night Shift).
• Desire to advance to higher levels in the competency development system by training and becoming proficient at specific tasks and duties in the Port Operations department

Working Conditions:

• 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.

Why Teck

At Teck, your work matters - to the world, to our communities and to your future.

As a leading Canadian resource company, we focus on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love. We do this guided by our values that, together, form The Teck Way. At Teck, you'll find purpose-driven work, a culture of respect and inclusion, and the opportunity to grow your career while helping build a better world.

Apply with us

Take the next step in your career by applying for the Port Operator V role. We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement.

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 ID: 54620 | Job Category: Mining, Milling & Smelting Operations | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Location: Red Dog, Red Dog Port | Workplace Type: #LI - On-site

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Posting Start Date: 9/28/26

Job Category: Mining, Milling & Smelting Operations

Job Type: Regular Full Time

Career Status: Experienced

Workplace Type: On-site

Job Category: Mining, Milling & Smelting Operations

Job Type: Regular Full Time

Career Status: Experienced

Workplace Type: On-site

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