Diagnostic Tire Mechanic I

Freeport McMoRan•Tyrone, NM
•$27 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

Skilled employee who works under limited supervision to safely provide tire maintenance activities and other mine support activities. Freeport-McMoRan, is 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. The Tyrone mine is an open-pit copper mining complex located in Grant County, New Mexico. The community of Silver City boasts various restaurants, arts, entertainment, cliff dwellings, festivals and much more. Residents and visitors enjoy gentle four seasons, with three hundred days of sunshine a year and low humidity.

Requirements

  • Two (2) years’ experience in tire repair or mechanical repair and maintenance or a combination of education and experience in industrial repair and maintenance.
  • 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
  • Ability to read and use schematics
  • Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety- related instructions and procedures in English.
  • Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, manufacturing or plant environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required.
  • This is a Safety sensitive role
  • Will be required to work rotating shifts in a 24/7/365 operation
  • While performing duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, work on elevated platforms, talk, hear, see and work in confined space
  • Will be required to lift moderately heavy to heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) during the workday
  • Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing as allowed by applicable state laws
  • 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.

Nice To Haves

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Previous Mining experience
  • Established tire manufacturer training certifications

Responsibilities

  • Performs troubleshooting and diagnostic assessment for the replacement and repair of different types of tires. This includes servicing tires, diagnosing tire and wheel issues, patches, plugs, stems, and making tire replacement decisions.
  • Tire and wheel failure analysis: perform replace, fixes and repairs on different types of tires. This includes servicing tires, diagnosing tire and wheel issues, patches, plugs, stems, and tire replacement.
  • Work autonomously under some supervision to perform preventative maintenance, which includes knowledge or tire treads, wear, temperature, monitoring heat bubbles and overall condition of the tire.
  • May operate mobile equipment such as: forklifts, cranes, tire handlers, and front-end loaders
  • Perform in-field tire replacement on all rubberized equipment (Knowledge of Hot Tire safety procedures).
  • Train other employees to safely complete tire repairs.
  • Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

  • 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
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