Industrial Electrician – PLCs, SCADA & VFD Diagnostics

Freeport-McMoRan

Leadville (CO)

On-site

USD 42,705 - 56,481

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Discounted insurance plans

Internal progression opportunities

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan in Leadville, CO, seeks an Electrical/Instrumentation technician for on-site maintenance at the Climax Molybdenum operation. The role focuses on electrical components, systems, and instrumentation with a strong emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.

You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot AC/DC drives, PLCs, and related equipment, and participate in safety programs. Housing allowance and comprehensive benefits are included where eligible.

Qualifications

Completion of an approved Certified Electronics, Electrical and/or Instrumentation Program.
Minimum of four (4) years of experience in Industrial Electrical and/or Instrumentation repair and maintenance.
Associate's degree or Trade School Certification in a related field and two (2) years of experience in Industrial Electrical and/or Instrumentation repair and maintenance.
Experience in troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of electrical circuits and connected equipment; ability to read, understand and apply information from technical manuals, prints, and schematics.
Effective written and verbal communication skills to satisfy training, safety, and electronic message transmission policies.
Must have minimum personal tools as described by the department tool list or be able to obtain them within 90 days of hire date.
Must have completed academic and practical competencies required and pass a written assessment where required; based on skills and safety.

Responsibilities

Removal, repair and installation of electrical components, electrical systems, analysis and diagnosis, advanced troubleshooting and systems/process optimization.
Safe completion of routine and non-routine repairs and construction.
Perform preventative maintenance including installation, repair and troubleshooting of industrial electrical and/or instrumentation equipment.
Must have strong knowledge in the maintenance and troubleshooting of AC/DC drives, PLCs, overhead cranes, control systems, calibration of field transmitters and weigh scales.
Ability to perform installations and renovations compliant with regulatory agency standards.
Follow SOPs and work area instructions; participate in safety and environmental activities.