Environmental Scientist or Engineer I

Freeport McMoRan • Clifton, AZ

1d • $73,500 - $101,000 • 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! 

Located approximately 50 miles northeast of Safford, Arizona on U.S. Highway 191, Morenci operations (an open-pit copper mining complex) has been in continuous operation since 1939. The operation consists of two concentrators, 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.
This position is not eligible for Freeport-McMoRan immigration work visa sponsorship.

Morenci is a unique company town where our employees and their families can reconnect with nature through hiking, fishing, camping, hunting and numerous parks. The company offers several amenities, including company housing OR employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines, a newly constructed daycare and community center, library, health-care facilities, state-of-the-art fitness centers, a movie theater and a skate park. Our dedicated Parks and Recreation Division plans activities for people of all ages, making sure there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Visit the Morenci town website to learn more.DescriptionUnder close supervision, assists in providing technical support and guidance for environmental projects and programs at assigned site.

Requirements

• Environmental Scientist I: Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Technology, Earth Science or related Natural Science (such as Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Hydrology, Forestry, Agriculture, Meteorology, Environmental/Natural Resource Management), or Mathematics/Computer Science including Accounting and Finance, Business Management or other Bachelor's degree
• OR
• Environmental Engineer I: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Environmental, Civil, Chemical, Agricultural, Mining, Metallurgical, Geological or similar)
• Additional certification or licensure appropriate to the job may be required or preferred (US examples include: HAZWOPER, Method 9, DOT, EMS Auditor, Asbestos, Water Treatment Operator, or CHMM)
• 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 in a mine or manufacturing plant setting, 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 regularly 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 objects up to thirty (30) pounds during the course of the workday
• 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
• Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing as per 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

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with narrow and broad groupings of colleagues.
• Able to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to evaluate and implement new methods and techniques for operational improvement.
• Able to analyze a wide range of soil, water, and air samples to recognize potential environmental hazards.
• Knowledge and demonstration of positive leadership, coaching and mentoring.
• Strong working knowledge of Arizona ground and surface water regulatory programs, Drinking Water, Domestic Wastewater, SPCC, MSGP/SWPPPHydrology and basic geochemistry Sampling methods and execution for laboratory analysis
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office / Teams and/or GIS experience
• Method 9 certification

Responsibilities

• Assists in installation, operation, and maintenance of environmental monitoring instruments and testing equipment
• Analyzes data for compliance with regulatory requirements
• Evaluates and assesses environmental risk and assists in developing programs for risk reduction
• Participates in regular audits and inspections of operations areas for purposes of ensuring compliance with regulatory programs, site environmental policies, procedures and requirements of the Environmental Management System
• Collaborates in recommending appropriate action to management in compliance with regulations
• Prepares and maintains detailed records and files of environmental data and communications
• Develops and maintains basic working knowledge of national, regional, and local environmental occupation health and other applicable regulations
• Develops a basic knowledge of site environmental policies and procedures
• Coordinates the timely recycling and disposition of materials and other company assets in compliance with applicable legal and other requirements
• Tracks and reports the recycling and disposition of materials and other company assets as directed
• May provide leadership to technicians as assigned
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level