Maintenance Engineering Co-op

Application Deadline: Monday, March 31, 2025 (we will review applications on a rolling-basis)

Duration: 8 months

Positions Available: 1

Start Date: May 5, 2025

For this exciting position, we are specifically targeting students who have a background in Mechanical Engineering and an interest in gaining hands-on experience working within an industrial environment. If you are not currently located in the area of this co-op position, you must be willing to either commute or relocate to the surrounding area for the entire duration of the co-op term. You must also currently be a student enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary institution and will be enrolled throughout the duration of the co-op term (you will also be returning back to the post-secondary institution once the co-op term is completed). Proof of a valid work permit will also be required, if applicable.

Why consider Teck Resources Limited for your Co-op Placement?

At Teck, we offer more than just a job – we provide a comprehensive student experience comprised of relevant, hands-on work, vibrant social activities, extensive networking opportunities, and rich professional development. With captivating projects set against stunning backdrops, a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, and boundless opportunities to learn, grow, and have fun, joining us means embracing a fulfilling and dynamic co-op adventure.

In addition to excellent compensation, Teck co-ops receive a variety of advantages including but not limited to:

1. Financial assistance to help with travel costs and co-op fees
2. Opportunity to develop technical skills and gain practical experience while applying academic knowledge to real-world mining operations and projects
3. Enjoy mentorship and guidance from experienced specialists in their respective fields
4. Receive primary consideration for professional positions upon graduation

Trail Operations is one of the world’s largest fully integrated lead-zinc smelting and refining complexes. This site has over 26 different operating plants and processes concentrates and other materials from around the world to produce more than 290,000 tpy of refined zinc and 70,000 tpy of refined lead.

Located in the beautiful West Kootenay region of southeastern British Columbia, Trail offers outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone. This role provides a well-balanced work-life schedule and includes a competitive compensation and benefits package. Come experience what work-life balance is all about!

Salary Range: $4,742 - $6,000 / Month

Salary is commensurate with the number of academic semesters and prior co-op experiences completed.

Responsibilities:

1. Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to, and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures
2. Opportunity to assist in project management and the coordination of maintenance projects in a processing plant; responsible for organizing, scheduling, and monitoring the status of maintenance projects
3. Monitor project budgets and identify inefficiencies and offer cost-effective solutions
4. Collaborate with the engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to produce detailed designs for mechanical projects on site, such as upgrades to process equipment or new equipment installations
5. Coordinate the plan and schedule for maintenance and shutdown work
6. Support operations and work with skilled trades to troubleshoot equipment failures and repair scopes of work
7. Develop and evaluate innovative ideas and technologies to help improve the way we do business

Qualifications:

1. Working towards an Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering
2. A valid Class 5 driver's license or equivalent is required; access to a vehicle is strongly preferred
3. Comfortable following a clean-shaven policy and breathing through a full face respirator
4. Comfortable with confined spaces
5. Comfortable working in a multi-faceted industrial work environment with a range of engineering, technical, trade, and operational personnel
6. Motivated self-starter with the ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously
7. Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills with a capability to communicate complex ideas to all levels
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and a solid understanding of 2D/3D CAD software is an asset.

About Teck:

Teck is a leading Canadian resource company focused on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities, and land that we love.

Teck's two regional business units, North America and Latin America, are responsible for Teck's assets through all phases of safe, sustainable development, operation, and closure. The business units are supported by enterprise-wide functions that set strategic direction, establish standards, and provide governance, as well as supporting the business through shared services, centres of excellence, and business partnering.

Join Teck, a leader in the mining industry, where we hire over 150 students each year across our operations. Our commitment to fostering young talent has earned us recognition as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People and as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers. We are also proud to be named one of the Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations by Corporate Knights. At Teck, you'll gain valuable experience, contribute to meaningful projects, and be part of a company dedicated to sustainability and innovation. Start your career journey with us!