Underground Mine Production Operator II

Freeport McMoRan Inc.; Empire (CO); On-site; USD 39,261 - 53,037; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Medical benefits

Life Insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance

Insurance discounts

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. is seeking an experienced underground miner to operate diesel LHDs and drills, handle explosives, and support cave development. Responsibilities include planning, material orders, and safety audits. On-site work with housing allowance and comprehensive benefits is provided.

Candidates must have 2+ years in underground mining, pass BATF clearance, and demonstrate English safety instruction comprehension. Shift schedules may include non-day hours in a 24/7 operation.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in underground mining with LHDs and explosives.
• Must pass BATF clearance and US citizenship requirements.
• Ability to understand and follow English safety instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate diesel Load-Haul-Dump (LHD) in production settings to move rock.
• Assemble, transport, and place explosives for cave development or blasting.
• Operate concrete batching equipment or placing concrete with diesel machinery and tools.
• Operate diesel-hydraulic drills to drill blast holes and install ground support.
• Participate in planning jobs, order materials, and audit results.

Skills

LHD operation

Underground mining

Explosives handling

English safety instructions

Tools

LHD equipment

Drills

Explosive handling procedures

Job description

Description

What You Will Do

• Operate diesel Load-Haul-Dump (LHD) unit in production setting. Move broken rock from draw point to ore pass and maintain roadways.
• Assemble, transport, and place explosives for the purpose of cave development or secondary oversize blasting
• Operate concrete batching equipment or placing concrete using diesel equipment (pumps, sprayers) and manual tools (shovels, screed boards)
• Operate diesel-hydraulic drills to drill blast holes and/or install ground support
• Participate in planning jobs, ordering materials, and auditing results
• Manage distribution of explosives from magazine. Perform inventories, verify requisition paperwork, and issue/receive explosives.
• Operate various equipment to perform special projects and/or housekeeping work.
• Perform other duties as requested, including acting as lead or relief supervisor as needed

Qualifications

What You Bring to Freeport

• Minimum 2 years experience in underground mining industry with experience operating mining-specific equipment (LHDs, drills, etc) and using explosives.
• Must have completed academic and practical competencies required (this includes Line of Progression 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
• Candidates must meet requirements of US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (BATF) regulations:
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen or National
  • Must qualify to hold an employee possessor clearance for handling explosives from the BATF by passing a BATF clearance screen post hire. Further details can be found at (eCFR :: 27 CFR 555.26 -- Prohibited shipment, transportation, receipt, possession, or distribution of explosive materials. )
• Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures in English

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior underground experience at Henderson Mine, including other operating/maintenance departments

What We Offer You

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $28.50 - $38.50/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 $1,450 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer