Hydromet SX Operator Trainee

Freeport-McMoRan; Bagdad (AZ); On-site; USD 57,308,160 - 75,933,312; 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

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan in Bagdad, Arizona is seeking candidates to support leaching operations and field construction. You will perform leaching-related duties, assist with pipe fusions, and maintain plant equipment in a 24/7 mining environment.

The role requires at least three months of experience in mining/manufacturing or related fields, with completion of required competencies and safety assessments. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, and housing benefits are noted in the program.

Qualifications

• Three months experience in mining/manufacturing or related fields.
• Completion of required competencies and ability to pass a written assessment including safety.

Responsibilities

• Performs duties related to the leaching process and leach field construction.
• May assist with and perform pipe fusions using fusing machine.
• Responsible for having knowledge of plant nomenclature including sumps, pumps, and leaching areas.
• Knowledge of evaporative spray heads and drip systems; may assist with proper placement on leach fields.
• May assist with clay treatment which may include using a filter press.
• May assist with loading, delivering, and unloading pipe and materials.
• Operate mobile equipment such as skid-steer loaders, forklifts, boom trucks, and light duty vehicles.
• May assist with maintenance activities.
• Perform area housekeeping.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Mining/Manufacturing

Industrial Operations

Commercial Construction

Commercial Landscaping

Commercial Agriculture

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career.

Where You Will Work

Looking to live in a small town with big opportunities? Our Bagdad operations in Arizona offers housing at a subsidized rate, a family-friendly atmosphere and numerous amenities including an aquatic center, golf course and fitness center. Located 100 miles northwest of Phoenix, Bagdad is home to the world's first commercial - scale concentrate leach processing facility, as well as one of the longest continuously operating solvent extraction/electrowinning plants in the world. Visit the Bagdad town website to learn more.

What You Will Do

• Performs duties related to the leaching process and leach field construction.
• May assist with and perform pipe fusions using fusing machine
• Responsible for having knowledge of plant nomenclature to include sumps, pumps, and leaching areas
• Responsible for having knowledge of various evaporative spray heads and drip systems and may assist with and perform the proper placement of these on leach fields
• May assist with and perform clay treatment which may include using a filter press
• May assist with and perform loading, delivering, and unloading pipe and materials
• May operate mobile equipment such as skid-steer loaders, forklifts, boom trucks, and light duty vehicles
• May assist with maintenance activities
• Perform area housekeeping
• Perform other duties as required

What You Bring To Freeport

• Three (3) months experience in one of the following areas:
  • Mining/Manufacturing
  • Industrial Operations
  • Commercial Construction
  • Commercial Landscaping
  • Commercial Agriculture
• Must have completed academic and practical competencies required (this includes Line of Progression requirements for internal employees where LOP Exists) and have experience demonstrating the required aptitude. The selected candidate shall demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and skills while also passing a written assessment where required. This exam is based on skills/abilities and/or academic knowledge; as well as safety.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED

What We Offer You

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $20.00 - $26.50/hour. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process. Click here to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role.

• Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
• Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave
• Tuition assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home and vehicle
• Internal progression opportunities
• Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!

What We Require

• Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.
• Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.
• Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, which may include shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365-day operation.
• Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.