Tailings Dam Operator Trainee — On-Site Career Growth

Freeport-McMoRan Inc.; Parshall (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Medical benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Discounted insurance plans

Internal progression

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. seeks a hardworking individual for on-site operation and maintenance at the Henderson mine/mill complex in Colorado. The role involves tailings equipment, valve work, inspections, and safe operation of plant and mobile machinery on a 24/7 setting.

Eligible employees receive a $1,450 monthly housing allowance and a pay range of $22.00–$29.50 per hour, with additional discretionary incentives based on performance. Comprehensive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions in English.
• Capable of following procedures and safety standards in an industrial setting.
• Willingness to learn and follow company policies and training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain tailings facilities equipment and systems as directed.
• Assist with valve maintenance, leak repair, and routine inspections.
• Follow lock-out procedures and monitor slurry flow to tailings dam.
• Learn tailings monitoring system and perform adjustments as needed.
• Operate mobile equipment (bulldozers, loaders, trucks, forklifts) and perform area housekeeping.
• Support other duties as required by supervision.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. seeks a hardworking individual for on-site operation and maintenance at the Henderson mine/mill complex in Colorado. The role involves tailings equipment, valve work, inspections, and safe operation of plant and mobile machinery on a 24/7 setting.

Eligible employees receive a $1,450 monthly housing allowance and a pay range of $22.00–$29.50 per hour, with additional discretionary incentives based on performance. Comprehensive benefits apply.