OT Systems Technician

Copper World Inc•Sahuarita, AZ

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting directly to the Mine Technology Networks & Infrastructure Supervisor, the OT Systems Technician focuses on maintaining critical system connectivity and adhering to established safety standards. The OT Systems Technician supports the industrial network and wireless infrastructure to ensure autonomous machinery and heavy equipment remain connected and operational across active mining pits and remote field locations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
0–2 years of experience in a field technical role, field networking, telecommunications, or electronics installation.
Experience demonstrating a commitment to "Zero Harm" and the ability to strictly follow comprehensive safety procedures.
Experience working under Permit to Work systems or similar structured industrial safety environments.
Strong understanding of antenna theory, VSWR testing, and line-of-sight (LOS) propagation.
Proficiency in IP addressing, VLANs, and troubleshooting Layer 2/3 connectivity.
Experience with Fleet Management Systems (e.g., Cat MineStar,).
Ability to work with ruggedized brands like Cisco, Nokia, Rajant, or Cambium.
Basic understanding of 12V/24V/48V DC power systems and solar controllers used in remote nodes.
Must be able to prove that he/she has a current and valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Operational Technology (OT), Information Technology (IT), or a related technical field preferred.
Previous Mine Experience or exposure to heavy industrial/construction environments.
Previous Cat Command and AOZ experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Deploy and maintain Mesh (e.g., Rajant), Private LTE/5G, and Wi-Fi networks to ensure 100% coverage for autonomous machinery and remote telemetry.
Program, calibrate, install and repair digital mobile radio (DMR), repeaters, and handheld units.
Assist in deploying printers troubleshooting issue and workstations as needed
Install and troubleshoot onboard hardware including GNSS (GPS) antennas, ruggedized routers (Cisco IE), and data loggers on heavy earthmoving equipment (Trucks, Dozers, Drills).
Manage the positioning, deployment, and power systems (Solar/Battery) of mobile communication trailers/skids to adapt to changing pit topography.
Terminate coax, ethernet cables and installation of cable.
Maintain pit-wide emergency siren systems and lightning detection hardware.