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Posting Start Date: 5/19/26
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Waste Management Coordinator (Temporary)
Closing Date: June 18, 2026
Location: Red Dog Mine, AK, United States
Employment Type: Temporary 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
Teck Alaska Incorporated, Red Dog Operations is recruiting for a temporary Waste Management Coordinator to support the updating and implementation of RDO's waste management and recycling programs. The position will coordinate with all departments to accomplish the outlined goals and will report to the Environmental Team Lead.
Work Schedule: 2 weeks on-site, 2 weeks off-site for a period of approximately 24 months
Responsibilities:
Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
Improvement & standardization of SAA and CAA compliant management practices
Development/improvement of tracking systems for compliant management of:
Used oil and glycol streams
Scrap vehicles & equipment
Other solid waste & recyclable streams
Identification of opportunities & implement means to maximize recycling for all waste streams
Development/implementation of new or update/improvement to current waste management system
Routine updating/reconciling of the waste tracking tool to accurately reflect current onsite wastes
Development of required RCRA and other waste management training for all departments
Planning & execution of site-wide planned episodic cleanup events
Development & implementation of a centralized, dedicated onsite waste & recycling management facility
Development of a comprehensive site-wide waste management operations plan/blueprint
Assisting in routine environmental compliance or other tasks, as required
Qualifications:
Three (3) or more years of RCRA LQG hazardous and nonhazardous solid waste management experience at an operating industrial facility required
Metals mine-specific experience preferred
Experience within Alaska preferred
Demonstrated successful experience required in compliant management & recordkeeping for:
SAAs and CAAs
Hazardous waste manifests
Waste determinations, waste profiling, and associated requirements
Ability to assist with other site requirements associated with RCRA Subtitle C compliance
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word applications is required, proficiency in Access is a plus
Excellent inter-personal and written communication skills required
Experience developing and implementing industrial waste management tracking systems preferred
Required training - current in the following or able to obtain upon hire:
MSHA Part 48 Surface Mining training
OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER training
Comprehensive RCRA training
DOT and IATA training
Working Conditions:
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 Waste Management Coordinator (Temporary) 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 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.
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.
We appreciate all applicants' interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Requisition ID: 53950 | Job Category: Environment & Sustainability | Employment Type: Temporary Full Time | Location: Red Dog | Workplace Type: #LI - On-site
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Closing Date: June 18, 2026
Location: Red Dog Mine, AK, United States
Employment Type: Temporary 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
Teck Alaska Incorporated, Red Dog Operations is recruiting for a temporary Waste Management Coordinator to support the updating and implementation of RDO's waste management and recycling programs. The position will coordinate with all departments to accomplish the outlined goals and will report to the Environmental Team Lead.
Work Schedule: 2 weeks on-site, 2 weeks off-site for a period of approximately 24 months
Responsibilities:
Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
Improvement & standardization of SAA and CAA compliant management practices
Development/improvement of tracking systems for compliant management of:
Used oil and glycol streams
Scrap vehicles & equipment
Other solid waste & recyclable streams
Identification of opportunities & implement means to maximize recycling for all waste streams
Development/implementation of new or update/improvement to current waste management system
Routine updating/reconciling of the waste tracking tool to accurately reflect current onsite wastes
Development of required RCRA and other waste management training for all departments
Planning & execution of site-wide planned episodic cleanup events
Development & implementation of a centralized, dedicated onsite waste & recycling management facility
Development of a comprehensive site-wide waste management operations plan/blueprint
Assisting in routine environmental compliance or other tasks, as required
Qualifications:
Three (3) or more years of RCRA LQG hazardous and nonhazardous solid waste management experience at an operating industrial facility required
Metals mine-specific experience preferred
Experience within Alaska preferred
Demonstrated successful experience required in compliant management & recordkeeping for:
SAAs and CAAs
Hazardous waste manifests
Waste determinations, waste profiling, and associated requirements
Ability to assist with other site requirements associated with RCRA Subtitle C compliance
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word applications is required, proficiency in Access is a plus
Excellent inter-personal and written communication skills required
Experience developing and implementing industrial waste management tracking systems preferred
Required training - current in the following or able to obtain upon hire:
MSHA Part 48 Surface Mining training
OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER training
Comprehensive RCRA training
DOT and IATA training
Working Conditions:
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 Waste Management Coordinator (Temporary) 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 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.
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.
We appreciate all applicants' interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Requisition ID: 53950 | Job Category: Environment & Sustainability | Employment Type: Temporary Full Time | Location: Red Dog | Workplace Type: #LI - On-site
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Posting Start Date: 5/19/26
Job Category: Environment & Sustainability
Job Type: Temporary Full Time
Career Status: Experienced
Workplace Type: On-site
Job Category: Environment & Sustainability
Job Type: Temporary Full Time
Career Status: Experienced
Workplace Type: On-site
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