Mobile Crane Operator

Freeport McMoRan•Safford, AZ

2d•$27 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The Mobile Crane Operator is responsible for safely operating cranes up to 150 tons, boom trucks, and forklifts, inspecting equipment and supporting inspection reports, and assisting with minor repairs. The role also supports site safety programs, company policies, and environmental compliance. The position is based at Freeport-McMoRan’s Safford operations in southeastern Arizona, a 24/7, 365-day operation. It is a day-shift position that may require overtime and call-outs, with willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays also required.

Requirements

Two years of experience in a related industrial maintenance or construction mechanical mobile crane operator field, working with large mobile cranes (150-ton and greater capacity), boom trucks, and forklifts.
Complete required academic and practical competencies, including applicable Line of Progression requirements for internal employees, and demonstrate the required aptitude.
Pass a written assessment where required, covering relevant skills, abilities, academic knowledge, and safety.
Pass a hands-on test demonstrating practical skills, including diagnostics.
Pass an annual physical, including color recognition and depth perception.
Experience with rigging procedures and load charts.
Experience with mobile crane preventive maintenance practices and inspection procedures.
Experience with cable reeling and crane load testing.
Be self-motivated, demonstrate leadership qualities, and contribute as an active member of a high-performance team.
Be willing and able to learn about new equipment for task training and mentoring others in safe crane operation.
Advanced computer skills, such as Microsoft Office.
Effective written, verbal, and communication skills for training, safety, and electronic message transmission policies.
Working knowledge of hydraulic equipment.
Ability to read, understand, and apply information from technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics for troubleshooting and repair.
Good safety and attendance records.
Regular and reliable attendance.
Willingness and ability to work weekends, holidays, rotating shifts, and scheduled and unscheduled overtime in a 24/7, 365-day operation.
Ability to work overtime as required and respond to call-outs.
Internal candidates must be eligible for transfer or promotion under the Guiding Principles.
Pass required training and testing; candidates may also be required to pass a medical exam.
Meet pre-employment and ongoing drug and alcohol testing requirements as allowed by applicable law.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

Responsibilities

Safely operate all types of cranes up to 150 tons, as well as boom trucks and forklifts.
Inspect cranes and boom trucks and assist with their inspection reports.
Assist with minor equipment repairs.
Participate in company safety programs, including behavioral audits, JSAs, SOPs, Near Miss Reporting, Metals, and other programs determined by management.
Assist management with compliance with company policies, procedures, and environmental requirements.
Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Company-paid life and disability insurance.
401(k) plan with employer contribution and match.
Paid time off, paid sick time, and holiday pay.
Parental leave.
Tuition assistance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Discounted pet, auto, home, and vehicle insurance plans.
Internal progression opportunities.
Potential discretionary and incentive payments based on company and individual performance.