Hoist Control Specialist

Rio Tinto • Superior, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Be trusted with systems that protect lives and enable underground work every single day. Grow into a highly respected underground specialist role with long-term career potential. Work near Superior, Arizona on a project that values people, safety, and operational excellence. If you’re an experienced operator or ready to grow into a hoist control specialist role, this is your opportunity to work at the forefront of underground mining in the Copper Triangle. At Resolution Copper, you will be part of a team that invests in your development, supports your progression, and recognizes the impact you make every shift. This role offers stability, strong benefits, and the chance to deepen your technical skills in a highly respected operation. In this role, you start your shift reviewing system checks and ensuring all hoisting equipment is operating safely and efficiently. Throughout the day, you coordinate smooth transport of personnel and materials, maintain clear communication with underground teams, and proactively monitor systems for optimal performance. By the end of your shift, operations have run seamlessly, and your attention to detail has helped keep everyone safe and on schedule. At times, you may need to manage multiple priorities such as equipment issues, changing conditions underground, or coordinating emergency response actions. These moments call for strong decision-making, clear communication, and a focus on safety, ensuring every person underground is accounted for and supported. You will be guided and supported by the Underground Operations Supervisor, working closely with a team that values safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Together, you will focus on delivering reliable operations that keep people safe and production moving efficiently.

Requirements

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, following procedures and proactively identifying risks
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent
• Maintain a valid driver’s license
• Bring hoist operator experience or the ability to complete training and certification within 3 months
• Confidently operate and monitor equipment using HMI control systems or similar technology
• Communicate effectively with team members across different functions and levels
• Meet all fit-for-duty requirements, including annual hoist physicals

Nice To Haves

• Bring experience in underground operations, shaft work, or equipment maintenance as an advantage
• Have exposure to hoist systems, crane operation, or mine rescue training as a plus

Responsibilities

• Prioritize safety in every task, ensuring compliance with all site procedures and contributing to a strong safety culture
• Operate hoist systems to safely transport personnel and materials throughout the shaft
• Support safe execution of hoist system maintenance, including conveyances and shaft infrastructure
• Monitor critical systems such as ventilation, cooling, and dewatering, taking action when needed
• Coordinate and dispatch personnel to address equipment or system issues underground
• Initiate and support mine evacuation and emergency response procedures when required
• Track and monitor underground personnel to always ensure visibility and accountability
• Use HMI control systems to operate and monitor equipment with accuracy and attention to detail
• Communicate clearly with supervisors, maintenance teams, and underground crews to maintain smooth operations

Benefits

• Advantageous salary package with annual cash incentive awards (STIP) for eligible employees
• Access to top-tier family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and various voluntary benefits
• Excellent retirement plan including up to 6% defined company contribution; Generous 401k matching program
• Generous Rio Tinto employee share program, which allows you to purchase Rio Tinto Company shares
• Comprehensive leave policies which cover all moments that matter in life: PTO (paid time off), paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave
• A favorable child-caregiver leave program (Up to 100% salary top-up)
• Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to Virgin Pulse with incentives supporting your wellbeing
• Ongoing Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family; to help in addressing educational opportunities, addiction treatment, depression, stress, domestic issues, financial management, and legal concerns

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED