Support Equipment Operator I - Mine Operations

5d5 days ago

Freeport-McMoRan

US · Full-time · $48,000 – $64,000

About this role

Freeport-McMoRan is a leading international mining company operating large, long-lived assets with significant proven reserves of copper, gold, and molybdenum. The Support Equipment Operator I supports mine production through skilled operation of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

Daily work includes operating haul trucks, water trucks, rubber tire dozers, track dozers, excavators, motor graders, and front-end loaders. Tasks cover de-watering, materials delivery, berm maintenance, road building, stockpiling, and surface upkeep at production sites.

Operators follow strict procedures for equipment start-up, shut-down, LOTOTO, emergency response, and Blue Stake while communicating via dispatch system or two-way radio. Pre-shift inspections and awareness of ground personnel and hazards are required each shift.

The company offers career development opportunities and job progression within a culture supported by core values. Employees gain access to an industry-leading benefits package beginning on day one of employment.

Requirements

Six (6) months of mobile equipment operating experience
Completed academic and practical competencies required and demonstrated ability to apply knowledge and skills
Pass a written assessment based on skills, abilities, academic knowledge, and safety

Responsibilities

Operate heavy equipment in support of production including de-watering, materials delivery, maintaining berms, and surface maintenance at a skilled level
Operate haul trucks, water trucks, rubber tire dozers, track dozers, excavators, motor graders, and front-end loaders
Assist with training and mentoring of other equipment operators
Perform road building, managing stockpiles, road surface maintenance, building and maintaining road berms, loading trucks, and trenching
Conduct pre-shift inspection of equipment and perform minor maintenance activities
Communicate through computer dispatching system or two-way radio
Assist with operations support activities such as barricading shovels and power cable moves

Benefits

Industry-leading benefits package with some of the lowest cost to employees
Health, wellness, life insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings available starting day one
Career development opportunities and job progression