Industrial Hygiene Technician II

Freeport McMoRan Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Medical, dental & vision

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Pet, auto, home insurance discounts

Internal progression opportunities

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. in Colorado is seeking an entry-level Industrial Hygiene Technician to support on-site safety and regulatory compliance at the Henderson mine and mill.

You will assist in collecting samples, conducting exposure assessments, and helping maintain IH equipment in a 24/7 operation. The role offers a competitive pay range of $28.00-$38.00 per hour, eligibility for a housing allowance, and a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, and paid time

Qualifications

• Two years of industry experience including relevant H&S or analytical work.
• One year of experience as H&S technician, IH technician, laboratory or environmental technician, or closely related role.
• Associate degree in a related field, with no mandatory experience.

Responsibilities

• Collect industrial hygiene samples (air, vapors, dust) for analysis.
• Assist in exposure assessments and audits.
• Maintain sampling equipment and stay current with OSHA, MSHA standards.
• Draft reports and presentations for management.
• Perform data entry for sampling campaigns.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

H&S experience

Analytical experience

Data collection

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Associates degree in related field

High school diploma or GED

Job description

At Climax Molybdenum, 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.

We accept applications on an ongoing basis.

Where You Will Work

Our Henderson mine and mill are an hour drive apart – separated by the Continental Divide and a 15-mile conveyor system (10 miles underground). The Henderson mine is an underground molybdenum mining operation located approximately 42 miles west of Denver and 10 miles west of Empire. It has been in operation since 1976 and today consists of a large block-cave, underground mining complex feeding a concentrator with a current capacity of approximately 32,000 metric tons per day. It can produce approximately 15 million pounds of molybdenum per year. The Henderson mill is located 15 miles west of the mine, between Dillon and Kremmling.

Both sites are surrounded by US Forest Service land of the Arapaho National Forest , making it easy for our employees and their families to enjoy year-round hiking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing in the area. Explore the opportunity to advance your career at one of our sites – the Henderson mine or mill and live life at the top!

Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $1,450 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines.

What You Will Do

• Assists in collecting industrial hygiene samples of air, vapors, gases, dust, fumes and other potentially toxic materials for analysis.
• Assists in performing exposure assessments, analyses of operational procedures, audits, and incident investigations.
• Develop a current knowledge of Company, OSHA, MSHA and other regulatory standards.
• Assists in the care and maintenance of industrial hygiene sampling equipment.
• Assists in the development and recommendation of appropriate remedial actions in response to unsafe conditions or practices.
• Perform data entry related to industrial hygiene sampling campaigns.
• Drafts appropriate reports and presentations for management.
• Perform other duties as required.

What You Bring To Freeport

• Two (2) years of industry experience including relevant H&S and/or analytical experience (H&S examples: emergency response team, crew safety leader, safety committee member;)
• Analytical examples: lab technician, sample collection, quality assurance / quality control), including one (1) year of experience as H&S technician, IH technician, laboratory technician, environmental technician, or closely related work; OR
• Associates degree in a related field and no experience

Preferred Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• Basic understanding of math, chemistry and physics
• Able to work 50% of time at Henderson Mine site (Empire, CO) and 50% of time at Henderson Mill site (Parshall, CO)
• Willing to work various shifts (day, night, weekend) depending on need

What We Offer You

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $28.00 - $38.00/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.

• Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $1,450 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines
• 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 (https://jobs.fcx.com/content/Our-Benefits-FM/?locale=en_US) 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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