Mining Field Operations Technician

Freeport McMoRan Inc.; Arizona; On-site; USD 88,828,000 - 117,482,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance (on-site employees)

Medical, dental and vision benefits

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted insurance plans

Internal progression opportunities

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. seeks a versatile on-site operations professional at Morenci, AZ to support diverse roles from supervisory tasks to equipment movement. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and adaptability in a heavy-copper mining environment.

You will assist in production planning, coordinate equipment moves, participate in various audits, and help maintain safety standards while handling occasional heavy equipment operations as required.

Qualifications

• Three years of related operational experience with supervisory or lead roles.
• Candidates must pass a written assessment and demonstrate required aptitude.
• Additional certifications or licensure may be required.

Responsibilities

• Support site objectives by performing varied roles to gain broad process knowledge.
• Assist in production plans and coordinate equipment movement.
• Participate in safety, environmental, and other audits.
• Provide feedback to supervision on proper procedures for operators.
• Move reassigned employees and relocate equipment during shifts.
• Occasionally operate heavy mobile equipment as needed.
• Investigate health and safety events and document findings.
• Coordinate post-accident testing with supervisors.
• Transport employees to medical facilities as required.
• Perform as relief supervisor/dispatcher when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Equipment operation

Effective communication

Safety procedures

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Heavy equipment operation knowledge

Job description

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. seeks a versatile on-site operations professional at Morenci, AZ to support diverse roles from supervisory tasks to equipment movement. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and adaptability in a heavy-copper mining environment.

You will assist in production planning, coordinate equipment moves, participate in various audits, and help maintain safety standards while handling occasional heavy equipment operations as required.