Freeport-McMoRan · 18 hours ago
Water Systems Operator - Wikieup
Bagdad, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$30/hr - $40.50/hr
4+ years expFreeport-McMoRan is committed to providing a collaborative work environment with a focus on safety. The Water Systems Operator will be responsible for inspecting and monitoring wells, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards, and managing maintenance activities related to water systems.
Mining
Responsibilities
Responsible for inspection, monitoring and requesting mechanical, electrical or material support for wells
Follow safety, environmental, and standard operating procedures
Gather and report on all well levels on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis
Track and log all service and maintenance activity associated with wells, assigned mobile equipment and tools
Estimate and make all fuel orders, track deliveries and report fuel consumption
Deliver oil samples
Perform audits and inspections on equipment and work areas; follow up and ensure completion of items listed on audits
Perform other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Four (4) years of experience with production and material handling equipment
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
Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures given in English
Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards
Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment
Employee will be required to work in environments which may include exposure to extreme temperatures and humidity
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, and work on elevated platforms
Employee may be required to work rotating shifts, overtime, and respond to call outs in a 24/7/365 operation
Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, manufacturing or plant environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required
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
Preferred
High School diploma or GED
Tailings dam operations experience
Knowledge of Wikieup pump station operations
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
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
A. Cory Stevens
SVP and President FM Technical Services
Bertrand Odinet
SVP and Chief Innovation Officer
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