Machinist - Mechanical Field Services

Navy Seabee Foundation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan Morenci Mine in Morenci, AZ is seeking skilled maintenance craftsmen to uphold critical mining equipment and processes. The role focuses on routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and documentation.

Candidates bring at least four years of experience in machinist, line boring, welding and boilermaker work, and are proficient with welding and cutting. Ability to operate lathes, milling machines, band saws, and drill presses is essential.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years' experience in machinist, line boring, welding and boilermaker crafts.
• Proficiency in welding/cutting and safety practices.
• Ability to follow English-language work and safety instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance activities.
• Develop solutions for maintenance scenarios.
• Complete work orders and maintenance documentation.
• Train and mentor maintenance employees.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Machinist

Line Boring

Welding

Boilermaker

Safety mindset

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Lathe (11”, 20”, 24”, 32”)

Milling Machine

Horizontal Milling Machine

Marvel Band Saw

Drill Press

Job description

### DescriptionWhere You Will WorkLocated approximately 50 miles northeast of Safford, Arizona on U.S. Highway 191, Morenci operations (an open-pit copper mining complex) has been in continuous operation since 1939. The operation consists of two concentrators, crushed-ore leach pad and stacking system, a low-grade run-of-mine (ROM) leaching system; four SX plants; and three EW tank houses that produce copper cathode.Morenci is a unique company town where our employees and their families can reconnect with nature through hiking, fishing, camping, hunting and numerous parks. The company offers several amenities, including company housing OR employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines, a newly constructed daycare and community center, library, health-care facilities, state-of-the-art fitness centers, a movie theater and a skate park. Our dedicated Parks and Recreation Division plans activities for people of all ages, making sure there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Visit the Morenci town website to learn more.What You Will Do Perform routine maintenance activities. Develop solutions for various maintenance situations. Complete Work Orders and other maintenance documentation. Train and mentor maintenance employees. Perform other duties as required.### RequirementsWhat You Bring To Freeport Four (4) years' experience in the crafts of Machinist, Line Boring, Welding, Boiler Maker 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 mechanical aptitude. The selected candidate shall demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and technical skills while also passing a written assessment where required. This exam is based on technical skills/abilities and/or academic knowledge; as well as safety. Proficiency in welding/cutting. Ability to Operate a 11”, 20”, 24” and 32” Lathe, Milling Machine, Horizontal Milling Machine, Marvel Band Saw, Drill Press. Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures given in English. Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards. Preferred Qualifications High School Diploma or GED Experience working on 4100XPA, 4100XPB/C and 4100 XPC/AC Komatsu Electric Shovels Experience working on PV271, PV271XC Epiroc Diesel Drills