Hydromet Leach Operator I – Copper Mining Field Tech

Freeport McMoRan Inc.; Delaware; On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan is seeking a on-site role in New Mexico to support leaching operations and field maintenance. The position involves performing leach-related duties, operating loaders and forklifts, and handling pipe materials in a 24/7 facility environment.

Minimum 6 months experience in the trade is required; a high school diploma or GED is preferred. The role may require medical exams, training, and non-standard schedules to support a 365-day operation.

Qualifications

• 6 months of experience in the trade.
• Completion of required academic and practical competencies and passing required assessments.

Responsibilities

• Perform leaching-related duties and leach field construction.
• Perform pipe fusions using a fusing machine.
• Understand plant nomenclature including sumps, pumps, and leaching areas.
• Work with evaporative spray heads and drip systems on leach fields.
• Load, deliver, and unload pipe and materials.
• Operate mobile equipment (loaders, forklifts, boom trucks, UTV).
• Conduct area housekeeping and maintenance activities.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

6 months experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Freeport-McMoRan is seeking a on-site role in New Mexico to support leaching operations and field maintenance. The position involves performing leach-related duties, operating loaders and forklifts, and handling pipe materials in a 24/7 facility environment.

Minimum 6 months experience in the trade is required; a high school diploma or GED is preferred. The role may require medical exams, training, and non-standard schedules to support a 365-day operation.