Freeport-McMoRan

Certified Diagnostic Electrician

Safford, AZ

$74,880-$99,840

About 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

In operation since 2007, Safford operations is a zero-discharge facility and one of the most sustainable mines in the United States. The operation’s commitment to utilizing advanced technologies and sustainable practices strongly emphasizes safety and environmental stewardship. Located in southeastern Arizona, close to more than 4 million acres of national forest, employees and their families can connect with the great outdoors while fishing, rafting, hiking and more. Several educational institutions also are nearby, including a Northern Arizona University satellite campus, Eastern Arizona College, and the Gila Institute for Technology.

Description

Highly skilled electrical and/or instrument technician who applies a broad level of process and electrical knowledge to maximize and, where possible, improve the efficiency of the overall production process. These employees have met the qualifications of the company certification process. These workers mentor and train other workers.

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Safe completion of routine and non-routine repairs and construction

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Perform preventive maintenance, installation, repair and troubleshooting of industrial electrical and/or instrumentation equipment (i.e. substations, power distribution systems, switchgear motors, motor controls, systems and components, process controls, instrumentation and pneumatic equipment)

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Provide leadership in areas such as safety, environmental, mentoring of new employees and apprentices, cost control, project management, KPI tracking and measurement, and proactive maintenance management processes

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Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

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Five (5) years ofexperience in industrial electrical and/or instrumentation repair and maintenance

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Qualified under the company certification process

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Valid state driver's license

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

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High School diploma or GED

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Experience with VFDs, PLC, HMI, and/or SCADA Control Systems

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Experience working with low and medium voltages

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Experience with AC and/or DC controls

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Experience with instrumentation devices

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Experience with diagnostic electrical test equipment

Experience with HVAC equipment

Criteria/Conditions

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Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures given in English

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Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards

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Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment

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Work is performed in a mine or manufacturing plant which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity, moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, toxic chemicals, explosives, fumes or airborne particles

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While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, work on elevated platforms, talk, hear and see

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Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy to heavy objects up to fifty (50) pounds during the course of the workday

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Personal protective equipment is required on a regular basis, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety foot wear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and other protective equipment as required

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In order to receive full consideration for an interview, candidates must include all experience on their resume that indicates they have successfully met all the minimum requirements listed in this posting

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Must complete the pre-employment color perception as well as electrical/instrumentation assessment

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Working weekends, holidays, rotating shifts and both scheduled and unscheduled overtime as business needs dictate

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Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing

What We Offer You

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $36.00 - $48.50/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. .

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Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits

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Company-paid life and disability insurance

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401(k) plan with employer contribution/match

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Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave

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Tuition assistance

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Employee Assistance Program

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Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home and vehicle

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Internal progression opportunities

What We Require

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Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.

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Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.

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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 HRSC@fmi.com .