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$21.50 - $27.25/hr

Built on a culture of safety and integrity, NMS delivers award-winning, integrated support services to a variety of clients in food service, facilities management, camp services, security and hotel ...

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Welder-Fitter

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$28 - $35/hr

WABO Certified or ability to pass weld test to Red Dog Standards D1.1 1" Unlimited 3G * Proficiency in Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) * Strong blueprint ...

Team Red Dog is building a pipeline of qualified candidates for an anticipated AI Prompt Engineer opportunity with a premier enterprise technology client expected to open within the next month. This ...

AI Data Engineer 3

Redmond, WA · On-site

$128K - $154K/yr

Team Red Dog is building a pipeline of qualified candidates for an anticipated AI Data Engineer 3 opening with one of our long-term enterprise technology clients. This opportunity is expected to ...

$27 - $36.75/hr

The Driller Lead is responsible for leading various tasks including maintaining and operating the drilling rigs and equipment at various sites. Responsibilities * Operate various core drills to bore ...

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How much do red dog jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for red dog in the United States is $14.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $15.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a red dog?

Red Dog jobs typically refer to employment opportunities at the Red Dog Mine, one of the world's largest zinc mines, located in Alaska. These jobs can include positions in mining operations, equipment maintenance, environmental management, and support roles such as logistics and administration. Working at Red Dog often involves living and working in remote conditions, usually on a rotational schedule. Employees benefit from competitive wages and unique experience, but should be prepared for challenging weather and isolation. Safety and environmental stewardship are key priorities at the site.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a red dog?

I'm sorry, but 'Red Dog' is not a recognized real-world professional occupation and therefore does not have standard skills or qualifications associated with it.

What are some common challenges faced by red dog team members in an operational environment?

Team members in the Red Dog role often encounter fast-paced work environments where adaptability and quick decision-making are crucial. A typical challenge is balancing multiple tasks while maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency, especially when dealing with complex equipment or tight deadlines. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is frequent, making strong communication skills essential. Overcoming these challenges can lead to valuable experience and opportunities for advancement within the organization.

What is the difference between Red Dog vs Heavy Equipment Operator?

AspectRed DogHeavy Equipment Operator
Required CertificationsSurface mining safety training, CDL often preferredOSHA certification, CDL often required
Work EnvironmentOpen-pit mining site, outdoor, physically demandingConstruction sites, mining, outdoor, physically demanding
Employer & Industry UsageMining companies, resource extractionConstruction, mining, infrastructure projects
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Red Dog and Heavy Equipment Operator roles both involve outdoor work in mining or construction environments. While Red Dog typically refers to a specific mining site or role within the mining industry, Heavy Equipment Operators work across various industries using machinery like bulldozers, excavators, and loaders. Both roles require safety certifications and physical stamina, but Red Dog is more specific to the mining sector, whereas Heavy Equipment Operators have broader application across construction and infrastructure projects.

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Infographic showing various Red Dog job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $29,511 per year, or $14.2 per hour.

$21.50 - $27.25/hr

Full-time

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Key responsibilities

  • Maintain storerooms, shelves, loading docks, and walk-in coolers and freezers by properly laying out and rotating products.

  • Load and unload materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, vehicles, or shelves, and track inventory levels and movements.

  • Supervise staff, assist with training, and ensure safety and sanitation standards are met.


Job description

Job Description

Built on a culture of safety and integrity, NMS delivers award-winning, integrated support services to a variety of clients in food service, facilities management, camp services, security and hotel management in Alaska and the continental U.S. We are proud to serve not only our original oilfield clients, but also clients from federal, state and local governments, corporate facilities, healthcare institutions, schools and universities, manufacturing centers, and the transportation and telecommunications industry. Our clients have peace of mind knowing we are committed to delivering best-in-class service, and we bring creativity, technology and experience to every project. Our mission is to provide management and support services at a level of quality, value, safety and expertise beyond our clients' expectations. At NMS, we expect our employees to fulfill that mission in every aspect of their work.

Responsibilities
  • Maintains storerooms, shelves, loading docks, and walk in coolers freezers by properly laying out and rotating products.
  • Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, vehicles, or shelves
  • Provides a variety of products to other personnel as they are needed.
  • Continually keeps accurate inventories/records of materials on hand.
  • Coordinates with sites to determine needs and completes barge orders.
  • Tracks weekly inventories from various sites, inputs data and adheres to timelines.
  • Works with other personnel to make sure all products and supplies will be available and ready as needed.
  • Reads work orders or follows oral instructions to ascertain materials to be moved.
  • Orders materials, products and supplies as they drop below established levels or as called for by others.
  • Stays in compliance with utilizing preferred vendors, consulting with GM and Chef when compliance can't be met.
  • Using field-developed methods, keeps accurate records of invoices on purchases as well as initiates and monitors claims to shippers or vendors. Prepares reports or invoices for accounts payable.
  • Updates pricing and databases regularly.
  • Inspects deliveries for conformity to standards, quantity/quality ordered.
  • Counts, weighs, and records number of units of materials moved or handled
  • Delivers, unloads, loads, stocks, cleans, rotates, or picks up materials or product from various locations.
  • On a regular basis, maintains, cleans, sweeps, mops, etc. coolers, floors, storerooms, loading docks, shelves, etc.
  • Handle special food service related projects.
  • Prepare and clean products to be stored.
  • Assist in maintaining the cleanliness of other associated areas.
  • Assist in training staff.
  • Cleans work area, machines, and equipment and keeps assigned areas neat, safe, and orderly.
  • Stack, assemble, or band materials together.
  • Use various types of hand trucks to facilitate movement of materials or products.
  • Operate industrial truck and / or rough terrain telehandler to assist in loading or moving materials and products.
  • Assist others such as food service personnel with their general day-to-day activities.
  • Notify supervisor if safety and sanitation standards are not being met.
  • This position is responsible for supervising staff.
  • Other duties that are pertinent to the department or unit's success also may be assigned.
Qualifications
  • A high school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Must have ServSafe Certification upon hire.
  • At least two (2) years consecutive experience which evidences knowledge of purchasing, material handling, inventory control, stocking, shipping and receiving of perishable items.
  • At least one (1) year experience working with commercial cleaning equipment and cleaning in a commercial or industrial setting.
  • Must have intermediate computer skills with regards to inventory control, product ordering, purchasing and managing warehouse operations.
  • Must have intermediate skills with QuickBooks Pro, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
  • A valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years to be eligible under NMS' vehicle insurance policy.
  • Must pass all pre-employment contract requirements which may include but are not limited to: criminal background check and UA drug test.
  • Must be able to cooperate and work as part of a team with fellow employees, customers and clients.
  • Must be able to make decisions in the moment with little to no supervision.
  • Must be able to be on your feet for 12 hours per shift for the scheduled rotation.
  • Must be able to live in dormitory style settings and meet cleanliness requirements of the remote camp.
  • Contract requires employees to speak, understand, read and write English.
  • Must meet and adhere to all safety guidelines and regulations set forth by the company and client.
  • Must complete 3-day MSHA course upon arrival.
  • Must complete load-all/fork lift training as well as light vehicle snow plowing training required and provided upon employment.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Weather: Indoor/Outdoor.  Frequently exposed to arctic conditions. 

Noise level: Moderate to Loud

Description of environment: This is a remote camp setting.  Employees must constantly be able to stand, walk, climb, push, pull use hands and arms, stoop, kneel and crouch.  Employees are occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and may be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. 

Travel: Must be able to travel by plane and/or bus to remote camps. 

Physical requirements: Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

Competencies

NMS Core Values

Safety guides our behavior.

Honesty and integrity govern our activities.

Commitments made will be fulfilled.

All individuals are treated with dignity and respect.

The environment will be protected and sustained.

Employment Type: OTHER