Underground Technician: Safety‑First Shaft Maintenance Pro

Rio Tinto; Superior (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advantageous salary package with STIP

Top-tier health programs (medical, Rx,

Dental, vision, life insurance

Excellent retirement plan with up to 6

Rio Tinto employee share program

Paid time off, holidays, and bereav.

Child-caregiver leave program

Discount programs and Virgin Pulse

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Rio Tinto is seeking an Underground Technician near Superior, Arizona, to tackle complex maintenance tasks in a dynamic underground environment. You will support shaft operations, inspect hoisting systems, and work with your crew to keep production on schedule.

You will be guided by an experienced supervisor, ensuring clear directions and safe execution of planned work while developing specialized skills in underground maintenance and equipment handling.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills with mechanical aptitude.
• Effective communicator who works well within a team environment.
• Ability to work safely in an underground environment, including lifting, climbing, and operating in confined spaces while wearing required PPE.
• Take pride in delivering quality work and supporting team success.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet site access.

Responsibilities

• Put safety first by following all procedures and actively contributing to a zero-harm work environment
• Inspect, maintain, and repair hoisting and shaft systems to ensure safe and reliable operation
• Safely rig, sling, and move equipment in and out of the shaft
• Operate mobile crane equipment to support maintenance and logistics activities; diagnose issues and apply practical solutions to minimize downtime
• Coordinate with team members to execute work efficiently and safely

Skills

Safety focus

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Problem solving

Underground safety

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mobile crane operation

Rigging

Job description

Rio Tinto is seeking an Underground Technician near Superior, Arizona, to tackle complex maintenance tasks in a dynamic underground environment. You will support shaft operations, inspect hoisting systems, and work with your crew to keep production on schedule.

You will be guided by an experienced supervisor, ensuring clear directions and safe execution of planned work while developing specialized skills in underground maintenance and equipment handling.