Senior Tribology Technician

Freeport McMoRan; Safford (AZ); On-site; USD 106,075,000 - 143,270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental and vision

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan in southeastern Arizona seeks a journeyman level mechanical maintenance professional to join the Reliability Centered Maintenance Group. You will monitor equipment across multiple plants, perform oil analysis, and utilize CMMS to load and analyze data.

The role requires travel to other facilities, collaboration with vendors and internal teams, and strong adherence to safety and environmental policies. Relevant lab experience and certification are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Journeyman level maintenance experience with industrial equipment (pumps, motors, gearboxes, pulleys).
• Ability to read and apply information from technical manuals and references.
• Must demonstrate safety awareness and the aptitude through a written assessment if required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor equipment ranging from SX/EW, Smelter, Concentrator, Crushing/Conveying, Water System and Mine area.
• Conduct oil analysis using laboratory instruments and software.
• Load process data and analyze oil sample data in lab software.
• Collect, analyze and report data using ICP-OES, FTIR, Viscometer and other instruments.
• Prepare reports and presentations; plan Maintenance Plans and orders in CMMS.
• Support and educate others on the RCM Program and PdM technologies.

Skills

Oil analysis

Safety procedures

MS Office

CMMS

Data analysis

Lab software

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

ICP-OES

FTIR

Viscometer

Titration

Digital Microscope

Mettler Toledo titrators

Job description

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.

What You Will Do

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

What You Bring To Freeport

• 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$37.00 - $50.00/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
• Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Please be advised that Freeport-McMoRan will never request payment for job-related expenses from applicants.