Smelter Repair Employee

Freeport McMoRan Inc.; Claypool (AZ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. is seeking a skilled maintenance mechanic for our Miami smelter and rod plant near Phoenix. You will diagnose, repair and maintain equipment and process systems in a smelter environment, with duties spanning conveyors, pumps, gearboxes, and hydraulic systems.

The role may require operating large mobile equipment and welding tasks. A valid SMAW certification and ability to read fabrication drawings are preferred; schedule may include non-standard shifts in a 24/7 operation.

Qualifications

• One year of mechanical/maintenance craft experience or equivalent education.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures.
• Must pass written assessments where required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, maintain, install and repair equipment and process systems in a Smelter.
• Perform diagnostics and repairs on anode, mold, converter, acid, and hydraulic systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance on mechanical components and pumps.
• Operate equipment such as forklifts, cranes, and small mobile equipment.
• Possibly perform welding tasks and read fabrication drawings.

Skills

Read blueprints

Crane operation

Piping & fabrication

Pump & hydraulic repair

Welding SMAW cert

Education

Welding SMAW 3G/4G cert

Tools

Industrial equipment knowledge

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.

Our Miami smelter and rod plant is nestled just 90 miles east of Phoenix. The smelter processes copper concentrate primarily from our company’s Arizona copper mines and is the most significant source of sulfuric acid for our North American leaching operations. Arizona ’ s Globe-Miami historic mining district offers natural beauty and a rich mining heritage. The Tri-Town of Globe, Claypool and Miami offers convenient shopping locales, including Walmart, Safeway, Fry ’ s and other local stores. Here, our employees and their families can connect with the outdoors and enjoy the family-friendly atmosphere. Visit Globe-Miami.com to learn more.

Description

Skilled mechanic who under supervision safely performs diagnostic, maintenance, installation and repair of equipment and process systems in a Smelter.

• Assists with and performs diagnostic, replacement and repairs to include but not limited to the following systems: anode plant, mold plant, converter, acid plant and hydraulic systems
• Performs component diagnostic, replacement and repairs to include but not limited to plant equipment, gear boxes, pumps, fans, conveyor belts, bearings, pulleys, gas lines, piping waterlines, (conveyor) conveyor table, trough finders, return idlers, shovels and cables
• Performs mechanical and lubrication preventative maintenance
• May operate equipment such as: forklifts, cranes, boom trucks, loaders and small mobile equipment
• May be required to proficiently perform welding tasks
• Performs work area inspections and housekeeping duties
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience in mechanical/maintenance crafts (including welder, boilermaker, machinist or facility maintenance/construction) or a combination of education and experience in industrial mechanical repair and maintenance
• Ability to read blueprints
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures
• 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.

Preferred

Previous experience operating larger than 20-ton mobile crane

• Certified in welding SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Weld) 3&4G structure plate test
• Experience in pipe fitting and fabrication
• Able to read an interpret fabrication drawings
• Previous experience in chemical manufacturing and/or processing industry in a smelting environment
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency in repair and diagnosing pumping systems including, but not limited to - Positive Displacement Pumps, Centrifugal Pumps, Pneumatic Pumps, Vertical Pumps
• Previous hands-on experience maintaining, repairing, and replacing screw conveyors, bucket elevators, and heavy rotating equipment
• Experience and strong understanding of installing conveyor belts (mechanical splice clips & lace, vulcanized splice)
• Experience and strong understanding of troubleshooting, repairing, and proper replacement of conveyor gearboxes and motors
• Experience and strong understanding of troubleshooting, repairing and proper replacing bearings, seals, pulleys, troughing idlers, impact idlers, training idlers, return idlers, scrappers, belt drive systems, chain drive systems, couplings, and belt counterweight systems
• Experience on basic lubrication and sampling
• Experience in troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic systems
• Experience in troubleshooting and repairing pneumatic systems
• Experience in Laser Alignment of Pumps, Motors, gearboxes, and fans
• Familiar with RCM technology in Vibration Analysis, Tribology, Thermography, Nondestructive testing, Laser Alignment and Fan Balancing

What We Offer You

The estimated pay range for this role is currently$24.00 - $32.00/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 through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing

Equal Opportunity Employer