Support Equipment Operator II

Freeport-McMoRan Inc.; Bayard (NM); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; 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

Discounted insurance plans

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator for the Chino open-pit copper mining complex near Silver City, NM. You will operate diverse heavy equipment to support production, perform pre-shift inspections, and help maintain roadways and stockpiles.

The role requires two years of mobile equipment operating experience, familiarity with safety procedures, and the ability to pass required assessments. A non-standard schedule is possible in a 24/7 operation.

Qualifications

• Two years of mobile equipment operating experience.
• Line of Progression competencies for internal employees where LOP exists; ability to pass written assessment when required.
• Must demonstrate safety aptitude and ability to apply knowledge in practical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment in support of production including de-watering, materials delivery, berm maintenance, and surface maintenance.
• Operate haul trucks, water trucks, rubber-tire dozers, track dozers, excavators, grader and loaders as required.
• May assist with training and mentoring of other equipment operators.
• Understand shifts in work areas and identify potential hazards.
• Follow procedures for start-up/shut-down, parking, mounting/dismounting, LOTOTO, and emergency actions.

Skills

Mobile equipment operation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Dozers

793B equipment

Job description

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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.

Chino is an open-pit copper mining complex located 15 miles from the historic mining community of Silver City in southwestern New Mexico. The historic Chino mine was among the world's first low-grade, open-pit copper mines. Today, the operation consists of a 36,000-metric-ton-per-day concentrator that produces copper and a 150-million-pound-per-year solvent extraction/electrowinning plant that produces copper cathode from solution generated by run-of-mine leaching.

The community of Silver City boasts various restaurants, arts, entertainment, cliff dwellings, festivals and much more. Residents and visitors enjoy gentle four seasons, with three hundred days of sunshine a year and low humidity. From unique shopping finds in the galleries to everyday groceries, schools and housing, there are numerous amenities for everyone. Visit Silver City to learn more.

What You Will Do

• Operate heavy equipment in support of production including de-watering, materials delivery, maintaining berms, and surface maintenance at a highly skilled level.


• Operate heavy equipment which may include but is not limited to: haul trucks, water trucks, rubber tire dozers, track dozers, excavators, motor graders and front-end loaders


• May assist with training and mentoring of other equipment operators


• Responsible for understanding changes to assigned work areas and any potential hazards


• Responsible for knowing the following procedures: start-up and shut-down, parking, mounting and dismounting, Lock-Out Tag-Out Try-Out (LOTOTO), emergency, fire, working with ground personnel, and Blue Stake


• May perform the following duties: road building, managing stockpiles, road surface maintenance, building and maintaining road berms, loading trucks, and trenching


• Responsible for understanding equipment components and practices that reduce component damage and wear


• May be asked to assist with project work that may include: establishing ramps, establishing pioneer work in non-active mining locations, establishing and maintaining reclamation tailings slopes, and establishing and maintaining reclamation stockpile slopes


• May perform operations support activities such as barricading shovels and assisting with power cable moves


• Communicates through computer dispatching system or two-way radio


• Performs pre-shift inspection of equipment


• May perform minor maintenance activities


• Perform other duties as required

What You Bring To Freeport

• Two (2) years of mobile equipment operating experience


• 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 Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED


• Experience on Dozers


• Experience operating 793B equipment

What We Offer You

The estimated pay range for this role is currently$27.00 - $36.00/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