Environmental Technician

Hudbay Minerals U.S. Business Unit; Sahuarita (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

Hudbay is seeking an Environmental Technician in Helvetia, AZ, reporting to the Sr. Environmental Scientist. You will support fieldwork, sampling, and environmental programs at our Helvetia location, contributing to compliance and data management efforts.

The role emphasizes field activity, equipment maintenance, and effective communication within a team, with a focus on safety and regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to operate light vehicles on trails and off-road terrain.
• Able to work in team and independently.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surface water, groundwater, stormwater, and soil sampling for compliance programs.
• Perform field surveys including vegetation monitoring and emissions/ waste monitoring.
• Assist calibration, maintenance and troubleshooting of environmental monitoring equipment and erosion controls.
• Use data management software for data collection, QA/QC, and reporting.

Skills

Environmental Sampling

Field Surveys

Data Management

Team Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

GPS data collection

Job description

About Hudbay

Hudbay (TSX, NYSE: HBM) is a copper-focused mining company with three long-life operations and a world-class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier-one mining-friendly jurisdictions of Canada, Peru, and the United States.

Role Title

Environmental Technician

Reports To

Sr. Environmental Scientist

Job Type

Full-time, Regular

Location

Helvetia, AZ

About Hudbay

Hudbay (TSX, NYSE: HBM) is a copper-focused mining company with three long-life operations and a world-class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier-one mining-friendly jurisdictions of Canada, Peru, and the United States.

Hudbay's operating portfolio includes the Constancia mine in Cusco (Peru), the Snow Lake operations in Manitoba (Canada) and the Copper Mountain mine in British Columbia (Canada). Copper is the primary metal produced by the Company, which is complemented by meaningful gold production and by-product zinc, silver and molybdenum. Hudbay's growth pipeline includes the Copper World project in Arizona (United States), the Cactus project in Arizona (United States), the Mason project in Nevada (United States), the Llaguen project in La Libertad (Peru) and several expansion and exploration opportunities near its existing operations.

The value Hudbay creates and the impact it has is embodied in its purpose statement: “We care about our people, our communities, and our planet. Hudbay provides the metals the world needs. We work sustainably, transform lives, and create better futures for communities.” Hudbay’s mission is to create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging its core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.

Mission

To create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging our core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.

Purpose Of Role

Reporting to the Sr. Environmental Scientist, the Environmental Technician will assist with fieldwork, surveys, sampling and other environmental support functions as needed.

Role Accountabilities

• Environmental Sampling & Monitoring:
  • Conduct surface water, groundwater, stormwater, and soil sampling in support of environmental compliance programs and permitting.
  • Execute field survey work to include vegetation, rangeland and spring monitoring; and monitor plant emissions, waste management and process related environmental aspects.
• Compliance & Inspections:
  • Ensure compliance and assess impacts associated with an industrial processing facility and construction site by conducting field environmental compliance inspections of work areas and job sites, and performing other administrative duties as necessary to meet compliance requirements.
• Equipment, Controls & Remediation:
  • Assist with calibration, maintenance and troubleshooting of automated environmental monitoring equipment, assist with the installation and maintenance of erosion and stormwater pollution controls to comply with regulatory permit requirements, and assist with remedial activities for contaminated soil or water.
• Data Management & Technology:
  • Use electronic data management and compliance reporting software to handle data collection and entry, QA/QC, records management and preparation of reports, while demonstrating the ability to learn navigation, GPS data collection, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications to locate sampling or survey sites.

Minimum Qualifications And Education

• Education: High school diploma or GED is required
• Ability to operate light vehicles, including UTVs, on trails and off-road terrain.
• Able to work both in a team environment and independently.
• Must be self-motivated and organized with attention to details.
• Excellent communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience, knowledge or education in applied sciences, environmental, or related scientific field preferred.
• Previous mine site or industrial processing facility experience a plus.
• Experience with data management and maintaining confidentiality preferred.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Other Requirements

Physical

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities may be required for this position.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment will necessiate work near moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions such as hot and/or dry conditions. Work will be conducted in locations where noise, fumes, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration may exist.

Employee must be able to prove that he/she has a current and valid driver's license.

Why Hudbay?

• At Hudbay, our values of Dignity & Respect, Caring, Openness, and Trustworthiness are embedded into our culture by the way we work and how we interact with one another.
• We pride ourselves in providing our employees with competitive total rewards that include:
  • Annual performance bonuses
  • Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits for you and your family
  • Company paid Life insurance, AD&D, Short- & Long-term Disability
  • 401(k) plan with employer contribution
  • An Employee Share Purchase Plan with contribution matching
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Paid time off, paid sick time and holiday pay
• Regular performance appraisals to acknowledge our employees for their contributions, strengths and work well done.

Hudbay is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Following a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check. Depending on the specific requirements of the role, candidates may also need to undergo a physical examination, drug screening, and educational verification.