Freeport-McMoRan · 6 days ago
Slope Stability Technician II
Bayard, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$24/hr - $32/hr
3+ years expFreeport-McMoRan is a leading mining company committed to safety and excellence. The Slope Stability Technician II will assist with engineering projects related to slope stability, including data collection, equipment evaluation, and training on monitoring equipment operations.
Mining
Responsibilities
Assembles data from slope monitoring equipment and assists with problem-solving requiring basic theories and Engineering fundamentals
Utilizes computer programs to solve Engineering problems
Assists with layout and design of Engineering projects related to slope stability
Knowledge of slope monitoring equipment specification, development and preparation of data generation
Able to perform technical evaluation of equipment and material for review by slope Engineers
Organize and maintain accurate and current project documentation
Organize and provide training on the operation and maintenance of slope monitoring equipment
Manage and understand slope monitoring equipment calibration standards
Work directly with vendors and contractors in the support of data collection and interpretation of data for slope monitoring
Perform other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Three (3) years of experience in an Engineering or technical area relevant to the assignment
Advanced knowledge of specialized equipment, methods and techniques appropriate to assignment, including GIS/GPS mapping techniques
Experience in working with drill crews and contractors in the installation of slope and water level measurement equipment including radio instrumentation for data collection
Experience in safely deploying, maintaining and repairing specialized equipment for the purpose of pit wall monitoring that includes slope radars, Robotic Total stations, piezometric well monitoring instruments, GPS, and Time-Domain Reflectometery (TDR)
Experienced and proficient in slope data validation and troubleshooting information from radars, piezometric wells, TDR, Robotic Total Stations, and GPS
Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions
Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards
Preferred
High School diploma or GED
Experience with maintaining and repairing radars, GPS equipment, total stations, piezometers
Aptitude for computers and/or electronics
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, holiday pay, parental leave
Tuition assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home and vehicle
Internal progression opportunities
Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!
Company
Freeport-McMoRan
Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (Freeport) is a leading international metals company with the objective of being foremost in copper.
10001+ employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
A. Cory Stevens
SVP and President FM Technical Services
Bertrand Odinet
SVP and Chief Innovation Officer
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