Light Duty Equipment Diagnostic Mechanic I - Mine Maintenance

Freeport McMoRan•Bagdad, AZ

26d•$27 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The Light Duty Equipment Diagnostic Mechanic I safely performs diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on light-duty vehicles and equipment, which may include quarter- to one-ton pickup trucks, skid steers, forklifts, boom trucks, lube trucks, and other light-duty equipment. The role performs diagnostics and repairs on engines, transmissions and transaxles, manual drivetrains and axles, suspension, steering, brakes, clutches, air-conditioning units, and electric motors. The mechanic prioritizes repairs and makes decisions about equipment repair needs. The position also performs mechanical and lubrication preventive maintenance, trains and mentors employees, and performs welding such as carbon arc and MIG. The mechanic may operate forklifts, cranes, and small mobile equipment, and may act as a fill-in supervisor. Responsibilities include maintaining work orders, keeping the work area clean and safe, conducting work-area inspections, and performing other required duties. The role is based at Freeport-McMoRan’s Bagdad operations in Arizona. Housing is available at a subsidized rate, and the town offers amenities including an aquatic center, golf course, and fitness center. Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, including shifts other than day shift, at a 24/7, 365-day operation. Candidates may need to pass a medical exam and must pass required training and testing. Pre-employment and ongoing drug and alcohol testing may apply as allowed by law.

Requirements

Two years of experience in light-duty mechanical/maintenance work, or a combination of education and experience in industrial mechanical repair and maintenance.
Completion of required academic and practical competencies, including Line of Progression requirements for internal employees where applicable, and experience demonstrating the required mechanical aptitude.
Ability to apply knowledge and technical skills and pass a written assessment where required; the assessment may cover technical skills, abilities, academic knowledge, and safety.
Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures in English.
Ability to communicate in English about job assignments, procedures, and applicable safety standards.
Knowledge of general to advanced electrical systems.
Ability to read schematics.
Must pass all required training and/or testing.
May be required to pass a medical exam.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
ASE certifications.
Knowledge of and ability to use computer-aided diagnostic tools.

Responsibilities

Safely diagnose, maintain, and repair light-duty vehicles and equipment.
Diagnose, replace, and repair engines, transmissions and transaxles, manual drivetrains and axles, suspension, steering, brakes, clutches, air-conditioning units, and electric motors.
Prioritize equipment repairs and make repair-related decisions as needed.
Perform mechanical and lubrication preventive maintenance, including oil and lube service, coolant-system flushes, transmission services, filter and gasket checks, and inspections of water pumps, thermostats, belts, radiator hoses, and clutch fans.
Train and mentor other employees.
Perform carbon arc and MIG welding.
May operate forklifts, cranes, and small mobile equipment.
Act as a fill-in supervisor as needed.
Maintain work orders, keep the work area clean and safe, and perform work-area inspections.
Perform other duties as required.