Leach Field Operator Trainee — Start Your Mining Career

Freeport-McMoRan Inc.; Bayard (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. in Silver City, NM is hiring for a role supporting leaching processes in an open-pit copper mining complex. The work includes field construction, pipe handling, equipment operation and maintenance within a 24/7 operation.

Candidates should have up to 3 months of related experience and be prepared to pass a safety-focused written assessment, with opportunities for skill growth and internal progression.

Qualifications

• Three (3) months experience in Mining/Manufacturing/Industrial Operations/Commercial Construction/Commercial Landscaping/Commercial Agriculture.
• The selected candidate shall demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and skills while passing a written assessment where required. Safety training may be required.

Responsibilities

• Performs duties related to the leaching process and leach field construction.
• May assist with pipe fusions using a fusing machine.
• Knowledge of plant nomenclature including sumps, pumps and leaching areas.
• Knowledge of evaporative spray heads and drip systems on leach fields.
• May assist with clay treatment and filter press operations.
• 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.
• Assist with maintenance activities and area housekeeping.

Skills

Mining/Manufacturing

Industrial Operations

Commercial Construction

Commercial Landscaping

Commercial Agriculture

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. in Silver City, NM is hiring for a role supporting leaching processes in an open-pit copper mining complex. The work includes field construction, pipe handling, equipment operation and maintenance within a 24/7 operation.

Candidates should have up to 3 months of related experience and be prepared to pass a safety-focused written assessment, with opportunities for skill growth and internal progression.