Hydromet Leach Operator — Copper Plant

Freeport-McMoRan; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental and vision

Company-paid life and disability

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted insurance plans

Internal progression opportunities

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan in the United States is seeking a field-oriented worker to support leaching operations at the Chino site. You will assist with leach fields, piping, equipment operation and field maintenance as part of a hands-on mining team.

The role emphasizes safety, operability and adherence to procedures. Candidates need three months of relevant experience and a High School diploma or GED, with eligibility for internal training and assessments.

Qualifications

• Three (3) months experience in Mining/Manufacturing/Industrial Operations/Commercial Construction/Commercial Landscaping/Commercial Agriculture.
• Academic and practical competencies required, including Line of Progression where applicable, and safety aptitude.
• Must demonstrate ability to pass written assessments where required.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties related to leaching and leach field construction.
• Assist with pipe fusions using fusing machine.
• Know plant nomenclature including sumps, pumps and leaching areas.
• Assist with placement of evaporative spray heads and drip systems on leach fields.
• Assist with clay treatment using a filter press.
• Load, deliver and unload pipe and materials.
• Operate mobile equipment (skid-steer loaders, forklifts, boom trucks).
• Assist with maintenance activities.
• Perform area housekeeping.
• Perform other duties as required.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Freeport-McMoRan in the United States is seeking a field-oriented worker to support leaching operations at the Chino site. You will assist with leach fields, piping, equipment operation and field maintenance as part of a hands-on mining team.

The role emphasizes safety, operability and adherence to procedures. Candidates need three months of relevant experience and a High School diploma or GED, with eligibility for internal training and assessments.