Engineering Technician Trainee

Freeport McMoRan•Bagdad, AZ

4d•$19 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

At Freeport-McMoRan, 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. Apply Today! Where You Will Work Looking to live in a small town with big opportunities? Our Bagdad operations in Arizona offers housing at a subsidized rate, a family-friendly atmosphere and numerous amenities including an aquatic center, golf course and fitness center. Located 100 miles northwest of Phoenix, Bagdad is home to the world's first commercial - scale concentrate leach processing facility, as well as one of the longest continuously operating solvent extraction/electrowinning plants in the world. Visit the Bagdad town website to learn more.

Requirements

No experience is required
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
Experience in an area or areas relevant to the assignment is preferred
Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions
Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards
Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Knowledge of site processes, equipment and infrastructure
Able to use a variety of computer software applications, especially Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

Under direct supervision, you will work with Sampler Technicians at a mine site to obtain and deliver consistent and accurate samples to the assay laboratory in a timely manner.
Assist in identifying which drill holes require sampling from the drill pattern and coordinate schedules with dispatch and drilling and blasting activities.
Assist in obtaining representative samples in accordance with established SOPs, ensuring equal spacing, minimum sample weights, accurate labeling, and completion of required paperwork and computer entries.
Support quality control efforts by collecting duplicate samples from designated blast holes and ensuring both original and duplicate samples are properly labeled for laboratory staff.
Transport and deliver samples to the correct shipping location in a timely manner.
Mark material zones such as ore, waste, and leach in the field as required.
Verify sampling equipment is functional and properly cleaned after each use.
Perform other duties as required.