Senior Tribology Technician

Tribonet; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with employer contribution/matc

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Insurance discounts

Internal progression opportunities

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan is seeking a seasoned Maintenance professional to support the Reliability Centered Maintenance group. You will monitor equipment, perform oil analysis, and load data into lab software while coordinating maintenance through CMMS.

The role requires travel to other facilities and collaboration with vendors and operations teams. You will also contribute to RCM program development, mentor personnel, and ensure safety and environmental standards are upheld while interacting with

Qualifications

• Seven years journeyman maintenance in industrial equipment including pumps/motors.
• Ability to read and apply information from manuals and references.
• Must meet competencies and pass any required written assessment.
• Commitment to safety and environmental policies within a team.
• Windows proficiency: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Level I Oil Analysis certification within one year of hire.
• Valid driver’s license and good performance record.
• Able to work with chemicals, solvents and gases.

Responsibilities

• Monitor equipment across SX/EW, smelter, concentrator, crushing/ conveying, water, mine areas.
• Conduct oil analysis using laboratory instruments and software.
• Load and analyze oil data with current lab management software.
• Collect data and report using ICP-OES, FTIR, viscometers and more.
• Prepare reports and give presentations; plan maintenance orders in CMMS.
• Support and develop the RCM program; mentor colleagues.
• Communicate feedback and collaborate with Maintenance and Planning.
• Learn how RCM/PdM tech integrates with lubrication data; perform other duties.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Reading technical manuals

Team safety minded

MS Office skills

Oil analysis knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

Level I Oil Analysis certification

Tools

Perkin Elmer ICP-OES 7300V

Perkin Elmer Oil Express FTIR

Spectro LNF particle counter

Cannon Mini-QVX viscometer

Vapor Pro XL water analyzer

Kittiwake Analex pqL

Mettler Toledo titrators

Job description

An educational platform on tribology — the science of friction, wear and lubrication

Who is it for

Engineers, researchers, students and industry professionals

At Freeport-McMoRan, 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.

Where You Will Work

Located in southeastern Arizona, close to more than 4 million acres of national forest, employees and their families can connect with the great outdoors while fishing, rafting, hiking and more. Several educational institutions also are nearby, including a Northern Arizona University satellite campus, Eastern Arizona College, and the Gila Institute for Technology.

Description

The goal of the Reliability Centered Maintenance Group is to achieve higher equipment availability and lower maintenance costs through predictive maintenance technologies. This goal is realized by regularly scheduled monitoring of equipment with predictive technologies and coordinating the necessary maintenance through teamwork with other maintenance and operations personnel, including but not limited to supervision, planning, engineering and field personnel.

This position requires travel to other facilities and interaction with vendors, contractors and Company personnel; any and all business must be conducted in a professional manner as a representative of Freeport-McMoRan. This position requires a responsible, self-motivated person who is able to work efficiently with minimal supervision.

• Monitor equipment ranging from the SX/EW, Smelter, Concentrator, Crushing/Conveying, Water System, Mine (Shovels, Drills, Haulage), Rod Plant, Refining, and outlying areas
• Conduct oil analysis utilizing various laboratory instruments and associated software
• Utilize current lab management software to load process and analyze oil sample data
• Conduct data collection, analysis and reporting utilizing, but not limited to, the following equipment technologies: ICP-OES; FTIR; Viscometer; Particle Counter; Titration (TANT/TBN); Crackle Test; Digital Microscope; PQ Index
• Report building/giving presentations utilizing various software programs, daily planning, including but not limited to Maintenance Plans and Maintenance orders utilizing the current CMMS
• Support the RCM Program and its continual development; educate other personnel in any area of the RCM Program
• Communicate effectively to provide, receive, and implement constructive feedback to support the mentoring program
• Actively participate with Maintenance and Planning groups
• Learn how various RCM/PdM technologies inter with lubrication data
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Seven (7) years of Journeyman level mechanical maintenance experience with industrial equipment (pumps, motors, gearboxes, pulleys, etc.) that includes:
  • Working knowledge and understanding of moving and rotating equipment such as pumps, motors, gearboxes and conveyors, from an operations and maintenance perspective, mechanically and electronically
  • Journeyman level ability to read, understand and apply information from technical manuals and other reference materials
• 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 aptitude. The selected candidate shall demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and skills while also passing a written assessment where required. This exam is based on skills/abilities and/or academic knowledge; as well as safety.
• Ability to work in a team with a high regard for safety and environmental concerns and with a strong commitment to policies
• Effective written, verbal and communication skills to satisfy training, safety, and electronic message transmission policies of the Company
• Demonstrated computer skills in Windows environment with experience in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Possess Level I Oil Analysis certification or obtain within one (1) year of hire date
• Valid state driver’s license (or able to obtain one)
• Satisfactory performance record (internal applicant)
• Possess the ability to work with chemicals, solvents and gases

Preferred Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• Previous experience working with chemicals
• Previous experience working in a lab
• Previous experience working with oil analysis
• Hands‑on experience with the following instruments:
  • Perkin Elmer 7300V ICP-OES spectrometer
  • Perkin Elmer Oil Express FTIR
  • Spectro LNF particle counter
  • Cannon Mini-QVX viscometers
  • Vapor Pro XL water analyzer from AZ Instruments
  • Kittiwake Analex pqL
  • Mettler Toledo titrators
• Certifications in oil analysis
• Oil analysis training, preferably from Noria
• Experience with RCFA

What We Offer You

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $36.00 – $48.50/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.

• 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

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.