Mobile Crane Operator

Freeport-McMoRan • Morenci, AZ

11d • $26 - $36 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for safely operating all types of cranes and boom trucks. Inspect and assist with the inspection reports for cranes, boom trucks and forklifts. Assist with minor repairs on equipment. Responsible for safely operating all types of cranes up to 150 tons Assist site management by actively participating in company safety programs including behavioral audits, JSA’s, SOP’s, Near Miss Reporting, Metals and other programs determined by management Assist management in complying with company policies and procedures and environmental compliance Inspect and assist with the inspection reports for cranes and boom trucks and performing minor repairs on equipment Perform other duties as required

Requirements

• Two (2) years of experience in a related Industrial Maintenance/Construction mechanical Mobile Crane Operator field working with large mobile cranes (150 ton and greater capacity), boom trucks and forklifts
• 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.
• Selected Candidate shall pass the Hands-On Test - this exam will be a demonstration of practical skills to include diagnostics
• Must pass Annual Physical (to include color recognition and depth perception)
• Experience in rigging procedures and load charts
• Experience in mobile crane Preventative Maintenance practices and Inspection procedures
• Experience in cable reeling and crane load testing
• Must be self-motivated, display leadership qualities and serve as an active member of a high performance team
• Ability and willingness to learn about new equipment for the purpose of task training and mentoring others in the safe operation of cranes
• Advanced computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office)
• Effective written, verbal, and communication skills to satisfy training, safety, and electronic message transmission policies of the company
• Working knowledge of Hydraulic equipment
• Ability to read, understand and apply information from technical manuals, blueprints and schematics for trouble shooting and repair
• Good safety and attendance records
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this job
• Willing and able to work weekends, holidays, rotating shifts and both scheduled and unscheduled overtime at a 24 hour/day, 7 day/week, 365 day/ year operation
• Ability to work overtime as required - this is a day-shift position and may require overtime and responding to call-outs
• Must be eligible for transfer/promotion as per the Guiding Principles (internal candidates)
• Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.
• Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.
• Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, which may include shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365-day operation.
• Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.

Nice To Haves

• High School diploma or GED
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Responsibilities

• safely operating all types of cranes and boom trucks
• Inspect and assist with the inspection reports for cranes, boom trucks and forklifts
• Assist with minor repairs on equipment
• safely operating all types of cranes up to 150 tons
• Assist site management by actively participating in company safety programs including behavioral audits, JSA’s, SOP’s, Near Miss Reporting, Metals and other programs determined by management
• Assist management in complying with company policies and procedures and environmental compliance
• Inspect and assist with the inspection reports for cranes and boom trucks and performing minor repairs on equipment
• Perform other duties as required

Benefits

• Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet 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, holiday pay, parental leave
• Tuition assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home and vehicle
• Internal progression opportunities

What This Job Offers

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