Tire Repair Employee - Mine Maintenance

Freeport McMoRan Inc.; Bagdad (AZ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable housing subsidy

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted insurance plans

Internal progression opportunities

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. in Bagdad, AZ is seeking a Tire Repair Employee for mine maintenance. Responsibilities include maintaining tires on mobile mine equipment, diagnosing tire issues, and performing preventative maintenance. You may also perform basic welding and operate forklifts or cranes as needed.

The role requires tire repair experience and the ability to read schematics; housing options and a safety-focused, 24/7 operating environment are highlighted in the posting.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in Tire Repair or mechanical repair and maintenance.
• Ability to read and use schematics.
• Completion of academic and practical competencies, with potential internal progression requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, and replacement of tires on mobile equipment including haul trucks, water trucks, fuel trucks, pickups and other equipment.
• Perform tire servicing, diagnose tire and wheel issues, patches, plugs, stems, and make tire replacement decisions.
• Conduct preventative maintenance by inspecting tires and wheels for damage, wear, tread depth, temperature, and overall condition.
• May perform basic welding tasks using a cutting torch.
• Operate equipment such as forklifts, cranes, small mobile equipment, and impact guns.
• Maintain work orders, ensure a clean and safe work area, and perform inspections.
• May perform hot tire replacement and follow hot tire safety procedures.
• Carry out other duties as required.

Skills

Tire Repair

Mechanical repair

Schematics reading

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Title: Tire Repair Employee - Mine Maintenance

Requisition ID: 144884

Location: Bagdad, AZ, US, 86321

Category: Maintenance

Why You Should Apply For This Job

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 theBagdad town website to learn more.

What You Will Do

• Perform maintenance, repair, and replacement of tires on mobile equipment including Haul trucks, water trucks, fuel trucks, pickups and other equipment used in and around the mine.


• Perform replacement, fixes, and repairs on different types of tires; this includes servicing tires, diagnosing tire and wheel issues, patches, plug’s, stems, and making tire replacement decisions.


• Perform preventative maintenance including studying and checking for tire and wheel issues (damage or wear, tread depth, pressure, temperature, monitoring for heat bubbles and overall condition of the tire).


• May be required to perform basic welding tasks using a cutting torch.


• May operate equipment such as: forklifts, cranes, small mobile equipment, and impact guns.


• Responsible for maintaining work orders, a clean and safe work area and performing work area inspections.


• May perform hot tire replacement and follows hot tire safety procedures.


• Perform other duties as required.

What You Bring To Freeport

• One (1) year of experience in Tire Repair or mechanical repair and maintenance or a combination of education and experience in industrial mechanical repair and maintenance


• Ability to read and use schematics.


• Must have completed academic and practical competencies required (this includes Line of Progression (LOP) 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


• Knowledge of hot tire safety procedures


• Tire experience (over the road, commercial, small vehicle)


• Forklift experience


• Mining experience

What We Offer You

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $24.00 - $32.00/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.

Nearest Major Market

Prescott

Job Segment

Facilities, Mining, Operations