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How much do full time mine closure jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time mine closure in the United States is $89,183.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,500.00 and $109,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Mine Closure vs Mine Rehabilitation Specialist?

AspectFull Time Mine ClosureMine Rehabilitation Specialist
CredentialsEnvironmental certifications, mining industry experienceEnvironmental or geological certifications, mining knowledge
Work EnvironmentMining sites, project planning, environmental assessmentsRehabilitation sites, environmental restoration projects
Employer & Industry UsageMining companies, closure planning teamsEnvironmental consulting firms, mining companies

Full Time Mine Closure professionals focus on planning and executing the complete shutdown of mining operations, ensuring environmental compliance. Mine Rehabilitation Specialists concentrate on restoring mined land post-closure. While both roles require environmental expertise and industry experience, Full Time Mine Closure roles are broader, encompassing project management, whereas Mine Rehabilitation Specialists focus specifically on land restoration.

What is a Full Time Mine Closure job?

A Full Time Mine Closure job involves overseeing and managing the process of safely shutting down and rehabilitating mining sites once operations have ended. This role includes planning, implementing environmental remediation, ensuring regulatory compliance, and monitoring long-term site stability. Professionals in this field collaborate with engineers, environmental scientists, and government agencies to restore the land and mitigate any ongoing environmental impacts. The goal is to return the site to a safe, stable, and environmentally sustainable state for future use.

What are the main challenges faced by professionals working in full-time mine closure roles?

Professionals in full-time mine closure roles often encounter challenges such as coordinating with multiple stakeholders, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, and developing cost-effective reclamation plans. The role requires balancing environmental restoration with community expectations and long-term monitoring commitments. Additionally, adapting to evolving regulatory requirements and addressing unexpected site conditions can add complexity to closure projects. Successful mine closure professionals are adaptable, detail-oriented, and skilled in cross-disciplinary collaboration.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Full Time Mine Closure Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Full Time Mine Closure Specialist, you need expertise in environmental science, mine engineering, remediation practices, and typically a relevant degree such as environmental engineering or geology. Familiarity with GIS software, environmental monitoring tools, and regulatory compliance systems is essential, along with certifications like Professional Engineer (PE) or Certified Environmental Professional (CEP). Strong project management, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills help in coordinating multidisciplinary teams and engaging with regulatory bodies and communities. These skills are crucial to ensure mine closures are executed safely, sustainably, and in compliance with environmental standards.
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Job description

Closing Date: June 15, 2026

Location: Red Dog Mine, AK, United States
Employment Type: Regular 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

 
Reporting to the HE Shop Supervisor, the Heavy Duty Mechanic VI at Red Dog support in a critical and dynamic role that is responsible for troubleshooting a wide array of large and complex mining and related equipment across site


The rotation schedule for these opportunities will be an even rotation, with the option for 2 weeks on-site with 2 weeks off-site, or 3 weeks on-site and 3 off-site

Key Responsibilities

•    Inspect and examine mobile equipment to detect and find irregularities and malfunctions; install, troubleshoot and maintain power transmission, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and braking systems
•    Diagnose, dismantle, assemble, and align mobile equipment including dozers, graders, haulage trucks and loaders
•    Complete routine tasks such as lubrication of fleet equipment, seal replacement, cleaning of parts during an overhaul and preventative maintenance
•    Interact with a variety of employees on the property such as operators, engineering, trades and operating supervision on methods, procedures and hazards in order to coordinate the services of other trades and service personnel in the planning of their portion of the job; prioritizing work on a daily basis utilizing the Maintenance Order System; estimating material costs and labor hours on jobs and troubleshooting equipment
•    Complete preventative maintenance on fleet vehicles
•    Complete and provide accurate work closure details which are recorded on work order
•    Ensure all tools are maintained and kept in a clean and orderly condition
•    Serve as relief HE Supervisor when required
•    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 follow safety policies and procedures (MSHA and Red Dog EMS training) and ensure 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 advise coworkers and visitors of such policies and procedures as required
•    Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

•    High school diploma or GED equivalent
•    Journeyperson Heavy-Duty/Heavy-Equipment Mechanic certification, or seven (7) or more years of proven experience in a heavy industrial maintenance environment, which includes diagnosing, dismantling, assembling, and aligning heavy mobile equipment
•    Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, are required
•    Adhere to high safety standards
•    Work day, afternoon, or night shifts as required
•    Team player and able to communicate well with others
•    Highly motivated and have the ability to perform tasks with limited direction
•    Work outdoors with potential exposure to extreme climatic conditions and perform labor-intensive work when required
•    Obtain a valid Alaska driver's license is desirable

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 Heavy Duty Mechanic VI 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: 54040 | Job Category: Maintenance & Trades | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Location: Red Dog | Workplace Type: #LI - On-site