Hydromet Repair Employee

Freeport McMoRan•Green Valley, AZ

8d•$24 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

The Hydromet Repair Employee performs mechanical repair and maintenance at Freeport-McMoRan’s Sierrita operations, located about 20 miles from Tucson, Arizona. The role supports a range of hydrometallurgical and plant equipment and may also involve pit dewatering systems. Employees may operate mobile equipment and perform welding on structures and equipment. The position may require working a non-standard schedule, including shifts other than day shift, at a 24/7, 365-day operation. Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam and must pass required training and testing. The company conducts mandatory pre-employment drug testing and ongoing drug and alcohol testing as allowed by applicable laws.

Requirements

At least one year of experience in mechanical or maintenance work, or a combination of education and experience in industrial mechanical repair and maintenance.
Complete required academic and practical competencies, including applicable Line of Progression requirements for internal employees, and demonstrate the required aptitude.
Demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and skills and pass a written assessment when required; assessment may cover skills, abilities, academic knowledge, and safety.
Understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures in English.
Communicate in English regarding job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards.
Proficiency in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding and cutting.
Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, welding, plumbing, machine shop practices, blueprints, schematics, fabrication, part lists, and repair.
Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair equipment.
Knowledge of pumps and pump components, including valves, expansion joints, and check valves, and ability to repair them.
Pass required training and testing; a medical exam may be required.
Meet the company’s pre-employment and ongoing drug and alcohol testing requirements, as allowed by applicable laws.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Assist with and perform diagnostics, component replacement, and repairs on equipment including upenders, rigidizers, mixers, compressors, overhead cranes, fire systems, pump systems, and hydraulic systems; work on pit dewatering systems as needed.
Perform mechanical and lubrication preventive maintenance, including checking and changing oil, inspecting seals for leaks, greasing equipment, maintaining compressors, and checking filters.
Remove, repair, and install piping and pump components, including valves, expansion joints, and check valves.
Operate mobile equipment as needed, including hydro lifts, mobile cranes, forklifts, man lifts, overhead cranes, boom trucks, and light-duty vehicles.
Perform MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on structures and equipment as needed.
Perform other duties as required.