Shovel/Drill Repair Employee
About The Position
The Shovel/Drill Repair Employee performs maintenance and repair work on shovel and drill systems and components. Work may include electrical and hydraulic systems, dippers, handles, swing, propel, crowd and hoist transmissions, hoist cables, ground engaging tools, drill bits and pipes, hydraulic pumps and motors, engines, electric motors, gear boxes, compressors, auto lube systems, and hydraulic valves and hoses. The role also performs mechanical and lubrication preventive maintenance, maintains work orders, and keeps work areas clean and safe through inspections. Basic welding and operation of forklifts, cranes, and small mobile equipment may be required. The position is based at Freeport-McMoRan’s Safford operations in southeastern Arizona. The operation has been active since 2007 and is described as a zero-discharge facility that emphasizes safety, environmental stewardship, advanced technologies, and sustainable practices. Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, including shifts other than day shift, at a 24/7, 365-day operation. Candidates may need to pass a medical exam and must pass required training and testing, which may include a written assessment.
Requirements
- At least one year of experience in mechanical or maintenance crafts, including welder, boilermaker, machinist, or facility maintenance/construction, or a combination of education and experience in industrial mechanical repair and maintenance.
- Ability to read and understand schematics.
- Completion of required academic and practical competencies, including Line of Progression requirements for internal employees where applicable, and experience demonstrating the required aptitude.
- Ability to apply knowledge and skills and pass a written assessment where required; assessment may cover skills, abilities, academic knowledge, and safety.
- Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.
- Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.
- Must comply with mandatory pre-employment and ongoing drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED.
Responsibilities
- Perform system replacement and repairs, including electrical and hydraulic systems.
- Repair and replace shovel and drill components, including dippers, handles, transmissions, hoist cables, ground engaging tools, drill bits and pipes, pumps and motors, engines, gear boxes, compressors, auto lube systems, and hydraulic valves and hoses.
- Perform mechanical and lubrication preventive maintenance.
- Maintain work orders and keep work areas clean and safe; perform work area inspections.
- Perform basic welding tasks as required, including oxy-acetylene cutting and arc welding.
- Operate forklifts, cranes, and small mobile equipment as required.
- Perform other duties as required.
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 pet, auto, home, and vehicle insurance plans.
- Internal progression opportunities.
- Eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payments based on company and individual performance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
