Tailings Monitoring Technician

Capstone Mining Corp.; Miami (AZ); In loco; USD 65.000 - 95.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

401(k) plan

Annual incentive bonus

Medical benefits

Descrizione del lavoro

Capstone Copper is seeking a field-oriented technician to monitor tailings and water systems at Pinto Valley in Miami, AZ. You will troubleshoot equipment, verify system locations, and support mapping with AutoCAD while adhering to MSHA safety policies.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED and at least 1 year in tailings or water operations/maintenance. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth within Capstone Copper.

Competenze

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year in tailings or water operations/maintenance preferred.

Mansioni

• Exemplify Capstone Copper values while complying with MSHA safety guidelines and mine policies.
• Ensure certification for assigned tasks.
• Field verify tailings monitoring system locations and assist with AutoCAD mapping.
• Review system access points and coordinate with onsite personnel to re-establish access or create new access.
• Develop and implement instrumentation protection plans (e.g., piezometers, inclinometers, prisms).
• Daily and weekly system health checks; troubleshoot down equipment and report weekly KPIs.

Formazione

High School Diploma or GED

Descrizione del lavoro

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Technical Pinto Valley Mining Corp, Miami, AZ, US

WHAT WE OFFER

Your journey with Capstone Copper starts here. At Capstone, our people are the heart of our organization. We are focused on growth and are committed to unlocking the full potential of ourselves, our teams and our resources. We invest in our people to develop a skilled and engaged workforce, not only for today, but for the future. If you are looking for a purposeful, performance-driven and dynamic work environment, join us!

Pinto Valley is an open-pit copper mine located at the west end of the historic Globe-Miami mining district of central Arizona, approximately 80 miles east of Phoenix. Pinto Valley has been in operation since 1972 and has produced more than four billion pounds of copper. Acquired by Capstone from BHP in 2013, the mine is fully permitted through 2039 and a study is underway to potentially extend the mine life through 2050.

Our proximity to the Greater Phoenix metro area provides prospective employees with the option to live in communities such as Mesa, Apache Junction, Gilbert, Chandler, San Tan Valley, or Florence. Our location offers a unique work-life balance, blending the rewarding opportunities of the mining industry with easy access to the vibrant energy of Downtown Phoenix, making it an ideal choice for both individuals and their families.

Capstone employees are eligible for an extensive total rewards package, designed to support your physical, mental, financial, and emotional well-being. This package includes, but is not limited to:

• 401(k) Savings Plan – Eligible from day one, contribute up to 30% of your salary with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%, fully vested immediately.
• Retirement Boost – The company contributes 8.5% of your salary, increasing to 14.2% after reaching the Social Security wage base, with 100% immediate vesting.
• Employee Share Purchase Plan – After three months, contribute 2% to 7% of your salary (max $5,000/year) to buy company shares, with a 50% company match, fully vested upon grant.
• Annual Short Term Incentive Bonus– Up to 15%
• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits (effective on start date), including Telehealth options and additional supplemental insurances
• Disability and Life Insurance (effective on start date)
• Paid time-off, including vacation, holidays, sick leave, and parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Internal progression opportunities
• Discounted insurance plans for pets, automobiles and homes
• Additional Potential Benefits:
  • Relocation assistance available with additional funds provided to cover tax liabilities

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for monitoring, maintaining and troubleshooting the Tailings and Water Monitoring Systems which includes, but is not limited to, piezometers, prisms, slope inclinometers, transducers, flow meters and radar scanning equipment.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Exemplify the Capstone Copper Values in all efforts and interactions while working in compliance with all MSHA safety guidelines and Pinto Valley Mine policies and procedures
• Ensure that you are certified to execute the tasks / jobs assigned
• Field verifies the tailings monitoring system locations and assist with mapping in AutoCAD, adjust as new instrumentation is added
• Review system access points and work with onsite personnel to re-establish access or build new access
• Develop and implement instrumentation protection plans (ie. Piezometers, Inclinometers, Prisms, etc)
• Daily and Weekly system health check. Troubleshoot any down equipment. Report on system health weekly KPI tracking
• Monitor the real-time monitoring system for any variances triggering action. Notify EoR and site engineers of any system alerts
• Work with contractors for field installation of replacement and new instrumentation
• Collect system data for environmental annual reporting, EoR and site engineers (ie. Piezometers, Inclinometers, Prisms, etc)
• Study current monitoring systems and research new emerging technology (ie. Sensemetrics, InSAR, Radar Scanning, etc.)
• Assist with operational support such as sand sampling, KPI data collection (ie. Freeboard, beach width, seepage, etc.)
• Responsible for but not limited to all tasks/duties assigned or required

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1 year in tailings or water operations/maintenance

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work performed in both office and field environments
• Frequent walking on uneven ground and around active mining areas
• Exposure to extreme weather conditions including heat, dust, and wind
• Work around heavy equipment and active operations
• Ability to climb ladders and access elevated work areas
• Ability to always wear required PPE in operational areas

All candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical exam, drug and alcohol test, and background check. All positions require a pre-placement physical examination to ensure candidates are 'fit for duty’. Additional training and/or testing may be required. Capstone maintains a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

CAPSTONE COPPER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.