What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cold Storage Operator position at Teck?
Closing Date: April 14, 2026
Location: Red Dog Mine, AK, United States
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Recruiter: Annabel Morena
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, one of the world's largest producers of zinc concentrate, is recruiting for Temporary Cold Storage Operator.
Rotation schedule will 2 weeks on-site with 2 weeks off-site
Reporting to the Warehouse Yard Supervisor
Key Responsibilities
- Replace old or damaged containers with new ones
- Remove old or closed work orders from storage areas
- Ensure containers are well-organized and labeled for easy access
- Maintain organization of the drum dock with multiple supply codes
- Prevent used oil accumulation on the docks
- Properly store used oil in containers
- Ensure all inventory items are appropriately supply coded
- Label IMO tanks for clear identification
- Maintain a comprehensive understanding of tank inventory at the IMO site
- Keep docks organized and clutter-free
- Decide on appropriate placement of items indoors or outdoors
- Maintain organization within the cold storage building
- Keep inventory locations up to date
- Prevent equipment from being exposed to extreme cold
- Ensure entrances are free of snow and easily accessible
- Organize materials within the MS-15 building and conexes
- Oversee the propane filling station operations
- Arrange for proper disposal of damaged propane bottles
- Maintain a detailed inventory list for all conexes and input information into
- GenCid
- Possess comprehensive knowledge of stored items in the South End area
- Remove non-inventory items from storage areas
- Keep an updated inventory of Cable Row and Hose Dock items
- Exchange cylinders for gases such as Oxygen, Acetylene, Nitrogen, Argon
- Complete various checklists including CAA, SAA, Tank, and Drum Dock
- Replace non-usable containers with new ones as required
- Remove all trash from containers and designated areas
- Heavy Equipment experience to include Loader, Forklift, Load-All and Hyster
- Equipment operating experience
- Prior experience in material handling or inventory management preferred
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to follow safety protocols and guidelines
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Basic computer skills for data entry and record keeping
- Capacity to lift and move heavy objects, as required
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Heavy Equipment experience to include Loader, Forklift, Load-All and Hyster
- Equipment operating experience
- Prior experience in material handling or inventory management preferred
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to follow safety protocols and guidelines
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Basic computer skills for data entry and record keeping
- Capacity to lift and move heavy objects, as required
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 Cold Storage Operator 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: 53708 | Job Category: Supply Chain & Procurement | Employment Type: Temporary Full Time | Location: Red Dog | Workplace Type: #LI - On-site