Geology Technician I
About The Position
Under direct supervision, the Geology Technician I processes, transports, and stores sample material and performs housekeeping and other general tasks in support of departmental functions, projects, and programs. The role is based at Freeport-McMoRan’s Morenci operation, an open-pit copper mining complex near Safford, Arizona. Work includes handling and preparing core and other samples, collecting and recording geomechanical and drill-progress data, and supporting departmental administrative processes. The position is performed in a mine or manufacturing plant environment and may involve exposure to environmental and operational hazards. Personal protective equipment is required as appropriate.
Requirements
- Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures given in English.
- Ability to communicate in English about job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards.
- Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment.
- Must meet required training and/or testing requirements.
- May be required to pass a medical exam.
- Must comply with mandatory pre-employment drug testing and ongoing drug and alcohol testing as allowed by applicable law.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least one year of experience in an area or areas relevant to the assignment.
Responsibilities
- Photograph core.
- Manually handle and transport sample material, including core and pulps, between processing areas and storage.
- Palletize core.
- Load and unload core boxes.
- Split and/or saw core.
- Weigh samples.
- Mark sampling intervals.
- Measure RQD, specific gravity, and point load.
- Generate and place bar codes and scan samples for dispatch to the laboratory.
- Prepare samples for analysis using appropriate techniques.
- Perform sample preparation for the quality control program.
- Select geomechanical samples, including uniaxial and direct shear samples; wrap and mark samples; and capture geomechanical data in forms, spreadsheets, or databases.
- Validate daily drill progress, including entering and capturing Driller’s Daily Log information.
- Assist with departmental administrative functions and processes.
- Perform other duties as required.
Benefits
- Eligible employees required to work on-site may receive a $750 monthly housing allowance, subject to 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, and holiday pay.
- Parental leave.
- Tuition assistance.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Discounted pet, auto, home, and vehicle insurance plans.
- Internal progression opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
