Electrician - Crush/Convey
About The Position
Skilled worker in the electrical/instrumentation field whose duties include, but are not limited to the removal, repair and installation of electrical components and basic to intermediate troubleshooting. The Morenci operations, located approximately 50 miles northeast of Safford, Arizona, is an open-pit copper mining complex that has been in continuous operation since 1939. The operation consists of two concentrators, a crushed-ore leach pad and stacking system, a low-grade run-of-mine (ROM) leaching system, four SX plants, and three EW tank houses that produce copper cathode. Morenci is a unique company town offering amenities such as company housing or a $750 monthly housing allowance for on-site employees, a newly constructed daycare and community center, library, health-care facilities, fitness centers, a movie theater, and a skate park. The Parks and Recreation Division plans activities for all ages.
Requirements
- Completion of an approved certified electronics, electrical and/or instrumentation program or minimum of two (2) years of experience or a combination of education and experience in industrial electrical and/or instrumentation repair and maintenance
- Basic experience in the maintenance and repair of electrical circuits and connected equipment
- Valid state drivers license
- Must have minimum personal tools as described by the department tool list (or be able to obtain them within 90 days of hire date)
- Able to perform the essential functions of the job at the time of the job offer with or without reasonable accommodations
- 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 understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures given in English
- Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards
- Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment
- Work is performed in a mine or manufacturing plant which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity, moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, toxic chemicals, explosives, fumes or airborne particles
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, work on elevated platforms, talk, hear and see
- Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy to heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) during the course of the workday
- Must complete the pre-employment color perception as well as electrical/instrumentation assessment
- Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.
- Candidates must pass all 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.
Nice To Haves
- High School diploma or GED
- Experience working with low and medium voltages
- Experience with AC and/or DC controls
- Experience with instrumentation devices
- Experience with diagnostic electrical test equipment
Responsibilities
- Perform safe completion of routine and non-routine repairs and construction
- Perform preventive maintenance, installation and repair of industrial electrical and/or instrumentation equipment (i.e. substations, power distribution systems, switchgear motors, motor controls, systems and components, process controls, instrumentation and pneumatic equipment)
- Assist with troubleshooting of industrial electrical and/or instrumentation equipment
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Company housing OR employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines
- Newly constructed daycare and community center
- Library
- Health-care facilities
- State-of-the-art fitness centers
- Movie theater
- Skate park
- 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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
