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Hydromet Leach Operator Trainee
Freeport-McMoRan     Bayard, NM 88023
 Posted 17 days    

Hydromet Leach Operator Trainee

Requisition ID: 135204

Location:

Bayard, NM, US, 88023

Category: Operations

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Why You Should Apply For This Job:

_At Freeport-McMoRan, 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._ **_Apply Today! _** _ _

**Where You Will Work **

Chino is an open-pit copper mining complex located 15 miles from the historic mining community of Silver City in southwestern New Mexico. The historic Chino mine was among the world's first low-grade, open-pit copper mines. Today, the operation consists of a 36,000-metric-ton-per-day concentrator that produces copper and a 150-million-pound-per-year solvent extraction/electrowinning plant that produces copper cathode from solution generated by run-of-mine leaching.

The community of Silver City boasts various restaurants, arts, entertainment, cliff dwellings, festivals and much more. Residents and visitors enjoy gentle four seasons, with three hundred days of sunshine a year and low humidity. From unique shopping finds in the galleries to everyday groceries, schools and housing, there are numerous amenities for everyone. VisitSilver City (https://www.visitsilvercity.org/) to learn more.

**What You Will Do**

+ Performs duties related to the leaching process and leach field construction.

+ May assist with and perform pipe fusions using fusing machine

+ Responsible for having knowledge of plant nomenclature to include sumps, pumps, and leaching areas

+ Responsible for having knowledge of various evaporative spray heads and drip systems and may assist with and perform the proper placement of these on leach fields

+ May assist with and perform clay treatment which may include using a filter press

+ May assist with and perform loading, delivering, and unloading pipe and materials

+ May operate mobile equipment such as skid-steer loaders, forklifts, boom trucks, and light duty vehicles

+ May assist with maintenance activities

+ Perform area housekeeping

+ Perform other duties as required

**What You Bring To Freeport**

+ Three (3) months experience in one of the following areas:

+ Mining/Manufacturing

+ Industrial Operations

+ Commercial Construction

+ Commercial Landscaping

+ Commercial Agriculture

+ Must have completed academic and practical competencies required (this includes Line of Progression requirements for internal employees where LOP Exists) and have experience demonstrating the required aptitude. The selected candidate shall demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and skills while also passing a written assessment where required. This exam is based on skills/abilities and/or academic knowledge; as well as safety.

**Preferred Qualifications**

+ High School diploma or GED

+ Basic Knowledge of hand tools

+ Basic math skills

+ Basic use of tape measure to determine pipe size

+ Computer/Tablet skills

**What We Offer You**

The estimated pay range for this role is currently **$19.00 - $26.00/hour.** This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process. **Click here (http://https://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/doc/custom/freeportmc/Total\_Rewards\_Estimate\_1.3\_24.pdf)** to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role.

+ 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

+ Learn more (https://jobs.fcx.com/content/Benefits/?locale=en\_US) about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!

** What We Require**

+ 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 shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365-day operation.

+ Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.

**Equal Opportunity Employer **

_Please be advised that Freeport-McMoRan will never request payment for job-related expenses from applicants. If you receive any suspicious emails, please disregard them, and report the incident to_ [email protected]_ _._

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Job Details


Industry

Energy & Utilities

Employment Type

Full Time

Number of openings

N/A


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