Underground Mine Production Operator II

Freeport-McMoRan • Empire, CO

84d • $27 - $37

About The Position

At Climax Molybdenum, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career. We accept applications on an ongoing basis. Our Henderson mine and mill are an hour drive apart – separated by the Continental Divide and a 15-mile conveyor system (10 miles underground). The Henderson mine is an underground molybdenum mining operation located approximately 42 miles west of Denver and 10 miles west of Empire. It has been in operation since 1976 and today consists of a large block-cave, underground mining complex feeding a concentrator with a current capacity of approximately 32,000 metric tons per day. It can produce approximately 15 million pounds of molybdenum per year. The Henderson mill is located 15 miles west of the mine, between Dillon and Kremmling. Both sites are surrounded by US Forest Service land of the Arapaho National Forest, making it easy for our employees and their families to enjoy year-round hiking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing in the area. Explore the opportunity to advance your career at one of our sites – the Henderson mine or mill and live life at the top! Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $1,450 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years experience in underground mining industry with experience operating mining-specific equipment (LHDs, drills, etc) and using explosives.
• Must have completed academic and practical competencies required.
• Ability to apply knowledge and skills while passing a written assessment.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Must qualify to hold an employee possessor clearance for handling explosives from the BATF.
• Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures in English.

Nice To Haves

• Prior underground experience at Henderson Mine, including other operating/maintenance departments.

Responsibilities

• Operate articulated diesel equipment and long-hole percussion drills.
• Place explosives and concrete or shotcrete.
• Construct concrete forms and install ground support.
• Act as lead person or relief supervisor for the crew.
• Operate diesel Load-Haul-Dump (LHD) unit in production setting.
• Move broken rock from draw point to ore pass and maintain roadways.
• Assemble, transport, and place explosives for cave development or secondary oversize blasting.
• Operate concrete batching equipment or place concrete using diesel equipment and manual tools.
• Operate diesel-hydraulic drills to drill blast holes and/or install ground support.
• Participate in planning jobs, ordering materials, and auditing results.
• Manage distribution of explosives from magazine, perform inventories, verify requisition paperwork, and issue/receive explosives.
• Operate various equipment for special projects and/or housekeeping work.
• Perform other duties as requested, including acting as lead or relief supervisor as needed.

Benefits

• Estimated pay range of $27.50 - $37.50/hour.
• $1,450 monthly housing allowance for on-site employees.
• 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: Entry Level