Technical Instructor/Facilitator- Electrical

Freeport-McMoRan; Morenci (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan is seeking a Technical Instructor/Facilitator‑ Electrical in Morenci, AZ. This role focuses on developing learners’ safety, compliance, and operations skills through hands-on and classroom training using pre‑developed materials and subject expertise.

You will assess employees’ on‑the‑job skills, support a collaborative team environment, and maintain training records. Experience in mining environments and LMS usage is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 7 years training/leadership experience.
• Bachelor’s degree with 3 years related work experience or equivalent.
• Proficiency with MS Office and Windows.
• Strong analytical thinking and effective communication skills.
• Experience in adult education or corporate training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop learners' safety, compliance, and operations training with pre-developed materials and expertise.
• Facilitate hands‑on and classroom training; assess on-the-job skills.
• Collaborate with Operations and Maintenance to align training with needs; maintain records in LMS.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Mentoring

Team leadership

Willingness to learn

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree + 3 years experience

MSHA Blue Card certification

Tools

MS Office

Windows

LMS

Job description

Technical Instructor/Facilitator- Electrical

Location: Morenci, AZ, US, 85540

Category: Human Resources

Where You Will Work

Located approximately 50 miles northeast of Safford, Arizona on U.S. Highway 191, Morenci operations (an open-pit copper mining complex) has been in continuous operation since 1939. The operation consists of two concentrators, crushed‑ore leach pad and stacking system, a low‑grade run‑of‑mine (ROM) leaching system; four SX plants; and three EW tank houses that produce copper cathode.

Morenci is a unique company town where our employees and their families can reconnect with nature through hiking, fishing, camping, hunting and numerous parks. The company offers several amenities, including company housing OR employees who are required to work on‑site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines, a newly constructed daycare and community center, library, health‑care facilities, state‑of‑the‑art fitness centers, a movie theater and a skate park. Our dedicated Parks and Recreation Division plans activities for people of all ages, making sure there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Visit the Morenci townwebsiteto learn more.

What You Will Do

This role focuses on developing learners’ skills in safety, compliance, and operations and maintenance tasks through technical training using pre‑developed materials and personal expertise. Training is hands‑on in simulated or field settings, ensuring learners are engaged, supported, and evaluated according to regulatory and internal standards. The role also involves assessing employees' on‑the‑job skills to ensure safe and effective application, contributing to a collaborative team environment. Facilitate hands‑on and classroom training to build employee skills and reinforce technical and compliance knowledge through interactive activities and assessments. Collaborate with Operations and Maintenance to align training with workforce needs and elevate unresolved issues. Provide technical support to address learning gaps and assist in resolving equipment‑related challenges. Contribute to the development of competency‑based materials and mentor instructional staff. Participate in train‑the‑trainer programs and maintain accurate training records in the LMS.

What You Bring To Freeport

• High School Diploma or GED with 7 years of experience in training or leading teams in a relevant field;

OR

• Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of directly related work experience
• Technical competence equivalent to an experienced operator or mechanical tradesperson/journeyman
• Proven computer literacy, including proficiency with MS Office and Windows
• Strong analytical thinking and effective communication skills
• Demonstrated passion for developing others and willingness to learn
• Ability to follow and apply company policies and procedures
• Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety‑related instructions in English
• Ability to communicate in English regarding job assignments, procedures, and safety standards
• Experience in adult education or corporate training preferred
• Experience in mining or industrial environments preferred
• Familiarity with MSHA/OSHA standards preferred
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) preferred
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish preferred
• Experience mentoring/coaching in field environments preferred
• Familiarity with competency‑based training models preferred
• MSHA Blue Card certification preferred

What We Offer You

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $36.50 - $50.00/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.

• Employees who are required to work on‑site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines
• 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.

Nearest Major Market: Safford

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