Mine, Project Operator I

Copper World Inc; Sahuarita (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Life insurance

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Hudbay is seeking a Project Mine Operator I to join our Mine Operations team. You will support multi‑functional projects and operate heavy equipment to help construct special projects across the site.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 3 years in mining or related fields, 2 years operating heavy equipment, and the ability to obtain Caterpillar certification for backhoe, water truck and tractor.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent is required.
• 3 years’ experience in mining, construction, maintenance, landscaping or similar industry.
• 2 years’ experience operating heavy equipment.
• Ability to achieve Caterpillar certification for operating a backhoe, water truck, and tractor.

Responsibilities

• Assist and complete various tasks and projects issued by Project Supervisor.
• Operate heavy equipment to support the construction of special projects throughout the site.
• Read Blue Stake permits to properly operate heavy equipment near underground electrical, property lines, easements, etc.
• Operate power tools to perform installation, repair and maintenance of fencing, signage, cabinets, etc.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Blue Stake reading

Power tool operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Caterpillar certification

Job description

Hudbay (TSX, NYSE: HBM) is a copper-focused mining company with three long-life operations and a world-class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier-one mining-friendly jurisdictions of Canada, Peru, and the United States.

Hudbay’s operating portfolio includes the Constancia mine in Cusco (Peru), the Snow Lake operations in Manitoba (Canada) and the Copper Mountain mine in British Columbia (Canada). Copper is the primary metal produced by the company, which is complemented by meaningful gold production. Hudbay’s growth pipeline includes the Copper World project in Arizona, the Mason project in Nevada (United States), the Llaguen project in La Libertad (Peru) and several expansion and exploration opportunities near its existing operations.

The value Hudbay creates and the impact it has is embodied in its purpose statement: “We care about our people, our communities, and our planet. Hudbay provides the metals the world needs. We work sustainably, transform lives, and create better futures for communities.” Hudbay’s mission is to create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging its core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.

Mission:

To create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging our core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.

Purpose of Role:

Reporting to Mine, Project Supervisor, The Project Mine Operator I, will be responsible for various specialized projects within a multi-functional support role to all Mine Operations teams.

ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Assist and complete various tasks and projects issued by Project Supervisor.
• Operate Heavy Equipment such as motor grader, track dozer, skid steer, water truck, backhoe, loader, compactor & telehandler to support the construction of special projects throughout the site.
  • Operate connecting skid steer attachments: Auger, Forklift, EZG Chain Link Fence Hog, Barb Wire Hog, Barb Wire Stretch N Go and Mobile Mud Hog.
  • Work on various small earthworks projects around the site.
    • Clearing and grubbing, topsoil stripping, cut and fill, muck excavation, rock excavation, dig trenches, backfill, road maintenance, grading, compaction, etc.
    • Fuel and lube all heavy equipment at the end of the workweek.
    • Responsible for understanding equipment components and practices that reduce component damage and wear (may perform minor maintenance activities).
• Read Blue Stake permits to properly operate heavy equipment near underground electrical, property lines, easements, etc.
• Operate power tools such as chainsaw, circular saw, hammer drill, impact driver, reciprocating saw, oscillating tool, grinder, orbit sander, nail gun, etc. to perform installation, repair and maintenance of chain link fencing, barb wire fencing, signage, cabinets, etc.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:

• Education: A high school education or equivalent is required
• 3 years’ experience in mining, construction, maintenance, landscaping or similar industry
• 2 years’ experience operating heavy equipment
• Ability to achieve Caterpillar certification for operating a backhoe, water truck, and tractor

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Other Requirements:

Physical – The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment – The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment will necessitate work near moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions such as hot and/or dry conditions. Work will be conducted in locations where noise, fumes, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration may exist.

Employee must be able to prove that he/she has a current and valid driver's license.

Why Hudbay?

• At Hudbay, our values of Dignity & Respect, Caring, Openness, and Trustworthiness are embedded into our culture by the way we work and how we interact with one another.
• We pride ourselves in providing our employees with competitive total rewards that include:
• Annual performance bonuses
• Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits for you and your family.
• Company paid Life insurance, AD&D, Short- & Long-term Disability.
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
• An Employee Share Purchase Plan with contribution matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off, paid sick time and holiday pay.
• Regular performance appraisals to acknowledge our employees for their contributions, strengths and work well done.

Hudbay is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates may be required to undergo educational and criminal background checks. Chosen candidates will be required to successfully pass a physical and drug screening.