About the role#
This is an 8-month Maintenance Engineering Co-op position based at Teck’s Trail Operations in British Columbia. You will gain hands-on experience in a large-scale zinc and lead smelting and refining complex. The role starts in January 2027 and is a full-time, on-site commitment.
What you'll do#
- Act as a safety leader by following and promoting all safety and environmental procedures.
- Assist in the coordination, scheduling, and monitoring of maintenance projects within the processing plant.
- Track project budgets, identify inefficiencies, and propose cost-effective solutions.
- Collaborate with the engineering team to create detailed designs for mechanical projects and facility upgrades.
- Coordinate plans and schedules for maintenance shutdown work.
- Work alongside skilled trades to address equipment failures and develop repair scopes.
- Evaluate new technologies and ideas to improve operational processes.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in an Undergraduate degree program for Mechanical or Electrical Engineering at a recognized Canadian post-secondary institution.
- Must be returning to your studies following the completion of this co-op term.
- Willingness to commute or relocate to the Trail area for the duration of the 8-month term.
- Ability to work effectively in a multi-faceted industrial environment with diverse personnel.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD and SolidWorks is considered an asset.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously as a motivated self-starter.
Location & details#
- Location: Trail, British Columbia, Canada.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Duration: 8 months, starting January 2027.
- Compensation: CAD $4,833 - $6,125 per month, with financial assistance available for travel and co-op fees.
- Requirements: Successful candidates must complete pre-employment drug testing.
About Teck Resources Limited
Teck Resources Limited is a Canadian mining company based in Vancouver. It focuses on the production of metals and minerals used in global development and the energy transition. The company manages activities across exploration, mining, and mineral processing. It operates as a public company with over 7,000 employees.
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