Tailings Dam Operator II

Freeport-McMoRan Inc.; Arizona; On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental and vision

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition assistance

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. in Bagdad, Arizona, is seeking skilled personnel for operations supporting a small-town community with big opportunities. Housing is subsidized, and the town offers family-friendly amenities near a major processing facility.

Will operate handling equipment in a safe production environment, maintain equipment, and perform basic maintenance tasks under supervision. Includes shift flexibility and adherence to safety requirements.

Qualifications

• At least two years in trade.
• Experience with material handling equipment.
• Must demonstrate required competencies and pass any written assessment.
• Safety training requirements as part of the selection.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain material handling systems under minimal supervision
• Perform area housekeeping tasks such as shoveling, using fire hose, and digging
• Operate processing equipment per operating guidelines
• Operate mobile equipment
• Monitor equipment via computer and enter data
• Identify, report and assist with machinery maintenance needs
• Perform other tasks as assigned

Skills

Material handling equipment

Education

High School diploma or GED

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.

Where You Will Work

Looking to live in a small town with big opportunities? Our Bagdad operations in Arizona offers housing at a subsidized rate, a family-friendly atmosphere and numerous amenities including an aquatic center, golf course and fitness center. Located 100 miles northwest of Phoenix, Bagdad is home to the world's first commercial-scale concentrate leach processing facility, as well as one of the longest continuously operating solvent extraction/electrowinning plants in the world. Visit the Bagdad town website to learn more.

What You Will Do

Skilled employees in a process environment who operate, and may perform minor maintenance on, material handling systems, such as conveyors, transfer chutes, flow systems, and flotation/grind mills. Employees will work under minimal supervision in environments where the primary objective is safe production.

• Perform area housekeeping to include tasks such as shoveling, using fire hose, and digging
• Operation/control of processing equipment per operating guidelines
• Operation of mobile equipment
• Equipment monitoring via computer and data entry via computer
• Identify, report and assist with machinery maintenance needs
• Perform other tasks as assigned

What You Bring To Freeport

Minimum Qualifications

• At least two (2) years in trade
• Experience with material handling equipment
• 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

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 assistanceEmployee 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.