Mine Maintenance Repair Employee - Tool Room

Freeport McMoRan•Safford, AZ

6d•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. In operation since 2007, Safford operations is a zero-discharge facility and one of the most sustainable mines in the United States. The operation’s commitment to utilizing advanced technologies and sustainable practices strongly emphasizes safety and environmental stewardship. Located in southeastern Arizona, close to more than 4 million acres of national forest, employees and their families can connect with the great outdoors while fishing, rafting, hiking and more. Several educational institutions also are nearby, including a Northern Arizona University satellite campus, Eastern Arizona College, and the Gila Institute for Technology. This role is for a skilled mechanic who, under direct supervision, safely performs diagnostic, maintenance, and repair of heavy equipment such as Haul Trucks, Water Trucks, Rubber Tire and Track Dozers, Front-end Loaders, and Motor Graders. Employees will rotate approximately every six (6) months through various assignments supporting Heavy Duty Truck Shop, Light Vehicle Shop, Lube Truck/Fuel Dock Attendant, and Tool Room.

Requirements

One (1) year experience in Heavy Equipment mechanical/maintenance or a combination of education and experience in industrial mechanical repair and maintenance
Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures in English
Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures and applicable safety standards
Ability to read and use schematics
Possesses knowledge of machine systems, such as, hydraulic, power train, and engines
Must have completed academic and practical competencies required (this includes Line of Progression requirements for internal employees where LOP Exists) and have experience demonstrating the required aptitude.
The selected candidate shall demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and skills while also passing a written assessment where required. This exam is based on skills/abilities and/or academic knowledge; as well as safety.

Nice To Haves

High School diploma or GED

Responsibilities

Assists with and performs the removal, repair and installation of transmissions, engines, breaks, differentials, pumps, motors, torque convertors, final drives and other heavy equipment systems or components.
Performs mechanical and lubrication preventative maintenance on machine systems such as: hydraulic, power train and engines.
May perform welding such as: Carbon arc, Plasma, Mig, Tig, and Stick.
May operate equipment such as: Overhead cranes, forklifts, and boom trucks.
Responsible for maintaining work orders, a clean and safe work area and performing work area inspections.
Performs other duties as required.