Truck Driver Trainee: On-Site Mining Career Path

Freeport-McMoRan; Morenci (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Medical benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan in Morenci, AZ is seeking an equipment operator to maximize equipment life and follow safe operating procedures within its open-pit copper mining complex. You will work in a team-driven environment with a focus on safety and reliability.

The role requires English proficiency and the ability to pass a medical exam and required training. The company provides an on-site housing allowance and a broad benefits package, with opportunities for career growth within the operation.

Qualifications

• Must understand and apply verbal and written work and safety instructions in English.
• Must communicate in English for job assignments, procedures, and safety standards.
• Must complete required academic and practical competencies and pass a written assessment where required.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections to maximize equipment and tire life and follow dispatch or radio instructions.
• Receive training, mentorship, and feedback from supervisors, trainers.
• Understand changes to work areas and potential hazards.
• Know start-up/shut-down, fueling, fire, runaway, emergency and accident procedures.
• Demonstrate safe performance of spotting, loading, transporting, and dumping tasks.

Skills

English proficiency

Safety procedures understanding

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Freeport-McMoRan in Morenci, AZ is seeking an equipment operator to maximize equipment life and follow safe operating procedures within its open-pit copper mining complex. You will work in a team-driven environment with a focus on safety and reliability.

The role requires English proficiency and the ability to pass a medical exam and required training. The company provides an on-site housing allowance and a broad benefits package, with opportunities for career growth within the operation.