Driller I

Freeport-McMoRan•Leadville, CO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

At Climax Molybdenum, 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. Climax Molybdenum is the world’s leading producer of molybdenum and has a long, successful history of doing business safely, efficiently and responsibly. We have operated in Colorado for more than 100 years, with mining and milling operations near Leadville, Kremmling and Empire. Our Climax Mine is located between Frisco and Leadville – the seat of Lake County and the highest incorporated city in the United States. Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $1,450 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines. At an elevation of over 10,000 feet, the rich historic town of Leadville is surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Our employees and their families can enjoy hiking, camping, ultramarathon activities, skiing, and boating in the area. Some attractions in Leadville include the National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum, Ski Cooper, Tennessee Pass Cookhouse, Tabor Opera House and the Leadville National Fish Hatchery. With the abundant outdoor recreation and numerous schools and amenities in the area, take a chance to advance your career with Climax Molybdenum and live life at the top! Visit Welcome to Leadville, Colorado to learn more.

Requirements

6 months of mobile equipment operating experience
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 may be required to pass a medical exam.
Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.
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.

Responsibilities

Drilling quality primary & secondary blast holes, drilling to proper depth, and proper collaring of drill holes.
Identifying and reporting any mechanical issues on the drill and recognizing when bits are wearing and require replacement.
Safely move and position power cables when operating drill around shovels.
Bend drill steels, change bits and stabilizers and assist maintenance personnel with pipe changes.
Operate manual or automated drills.
Manually measure drill holes after drilling for quality control.
Operate other pieces of mobile equipment as necessary for business needs.
Perform minor maintenance & operations support activities.
Responsible for the knowledge and safe performance of the following procedures: drilling in fill, using drill fire suppression system, loading drill on low-boy, breaking drill pipe, lowering and raising the mast, mounting and dismounting of drill, and drilling near overhead power lines.
Responsible for knowing the proper tramming techniques, such as, how to properly and safely move from one drill hole to the next, properly and safely move from one bench to the next, properly and safely navigate on uneven grades, and properly securing the drill string.
Frequently communicates and interacts with blasting crew to properly clear drill for blasting.
Communicate through computer dispatching system or two-way radio.
Perform pre-shift inspection of equipment.
Perform other duties as required.