Process Automation Technician I
About The Position
Under direct supervision, the Process Automation Technician I collaborates with others to troubleshoot, diagnose, maintain, commission, and improve site Industrial Control Systems (ICS). The role supports safety and environmental programs and communicates safety implications related to Process Automation and ICS cybersecurity practices. It coordinates with others on Process Automation engineering topics and projects, interprets engineering documentation, and verifies that project work meets site standards. The technician troubleshoots ICS hardware and software installations; identifies opportunities to improve processes through automation; and uses the Process Control Network (PCN) to maintain plant performance, cybersecurity, and historian systems. The role also configures and troubleshoots advanced instrumentation solutions for integration into ICS, understands equipment life cycle management, and assists with budgetary estimates to keep systems current. Other duties may be requested. The position is based at Freeport-McMoRan’s Bagdad operations in Arizona. Bagdad offers subsidized-rate housing and 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.
Requirements
- Two years of experience relevant to electrical, instrumentation, and/or Process Automation maintenance and troubleshooting in an industrial setting.
- Completion of required academic and practical competencies, including Line of Progression requirements for internal employees.
- Demonstrated aptitude for technical troubleshooting and maintenance.
- 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 shifts other than day shift at a 24/7, 365-day operation.
- Candidates must pass mandatory pre-employment drug testing and may be subject to ongoing drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.
Nice To Haves
- PLC, HMI, SCADA, and/or DCS manufacturer training or certification.
- Experience with plant process historians or similar database systems.
- Experience with ICS/PCN network architecture, communication, and security.
- Experience in or understanding of mining and mineral processing systems.
- Familiarity with NFPA 70 and NEC or Electrical Journeyman Training.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with others to troubleshoot, diagnose, maintain, commission, and improve site Industrial Control Systems.
- Follow and participate in safety and environmental programs, and communicate safety implications related to Process Automation and ICS cybersecurity practices.
- Coordinate with others on Process Automation engineering topics and projects.
- Read and interpret engineering documentation and verify that project work meets site standards.
- Troubleshoot ICS hardware and software installations.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement through automation.
- Use the Process Control Network to maintain plant performance, cybersecurity, and historian systems.
- Configure and troubleshoot advanced instrumentation solutions for integration into ICS.
- Understand equipment life cycle management and assist with budgetary estimates to keep systems current.
- Perform other duties as requested.
Benefits
- 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, and holiday pay.
- Parental leave.
- Tuition assistance.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home, and vehicle.
- Internal progression opportunities.
- Subsidized-rate housing in Bagdad.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
