Hydromet Leach Operator I: Field & Plant Tech

Freeport-McMoRan; Bagdad (AZ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Discounted insurance plans

Internal progression opportunities

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan's Bagdad operations in Arizona offer a safety‑driven role performing leaching process duties in a mine/manufacturing environment. You will join a team that values safety, hands‑on problem solving, and steady collaboration, with housing support and a 24/7 operation in mind.

As a Leach Field Technician, you will perform pipe fusions, manage material handling, operate loaders and UTVs, maintain the leach fields, and keep your area clean.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience in the trade.
• Complete required competencies and pass a written assessment if required.
• Ability to understand and follow safety instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform pipe fusions using fusing machine.
• Knowledge of plant nomenclature: sumps, pumps, leaching areas.
• Assist with placement of evaporative spray heads and drip systems on leach fields.
• Load, deliver, and unload pipe and materials.
• Operate loaders, forklifts, boom trucks, and UTVs.
• Maintain area housekeeping.
• Perform maintenance activities.
• Perform other duties as required.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Freeport-McMoRan's Bagdad operations in Arizona offer a safety‑driven role performing leaching process duties in a mine/manufacturing environment. You will join a team that values safety, hands‑on problem solving, and steady collaboration, with housing support and a 24/7 operation in mind.

As a Leach Field Technician, you will perform pipe fusions, manage material handling, operate loaders and UTVs, maintain the leach fields, and keep your area clean.