Heavy Equipment Operator I - On-Site, Growth & Benefits

Freeport-McMoRan; Leadville (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Medical benefits

Life insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan seeks a heavy equipment operator for on-site operations near Leadville, CO. You will operate multiple machines and contribute to safe, efficient production at high altitude in a historic mining area.

The role offers a $1,450 monthly housing allowance for qualifying on-site staff, along with comprehensive benefits and retirement options. Experience with heavy equipment and a focus on safety are essential.

Qualifications

• Six months of mobile equipment operating experience.
• Completed academic and practical competencies and pass required safety assessment.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to support production, including de-watering and materials delivery.
• Operate haul trucks, water trucks, dozers, excavators, graders and loaders.
• May assist with training and mentoring other equipment operators.
• Follow safety procedures and understand start-up/shut-down, LOTOTO and emergencies.
• Perform pre-shift inspections and communicate via dispatch system.

Skills

Mobile equipment operating

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Track Dozers

Motor Graders

Loaders

Excavators

Terragator

Job description

Freeport-McMoRan seeks a heavy equipment operator for on-site operations near Leadville, CO. You will operate multiple machines and contribute to safe, efficient production at high altitude in a historic mining area.

The role offers a $1,450 monthly housing allowance for qualifying on-site staff, along with comprehensive benefits and retirement options. Experience with heavy equipment and a focus on safety are essential.