Shovel Operator I

Requisition ID: 132740

Location:

Green Valley, AZ, US, 85622

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 **

Sierrita operations is located just 20 miles from Tucson – Arizona’s second-largest city. Its cutting-edge mine training facility, with state-of-the-art labs, classrooms and advanced simulators, equips our people with the skills, expertise and knowledge to excel. Whether you choose to live in Green Valley, Sahuarita or Tucson, you will enjoy spectacular sunsets and mild winters as well as numerous local attractions. Tucson is home to the Pima Air and Space Museum, University of Arizona and Sonora Desert Museum. Other notable community staples are several schools, hospitals, restaurants, parks, shopping centers and more. Visit sahuaritaaz.gov andtucsonaz.gov (https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Home) to learn more.

**Description**

Semi-skilled employees who operate at least one piece of heavy equipment such as haul trucks, water trucks, and rubber-tired dozers. Employees will work under minimal supervision in environments where the primary objective is safe production.

+ Operate heavy equipment

+ Communicate via 2-way radio and computerized dispatching system

+ Assist in mine support activities as necessary

+ Perform other duties as assigned

**Qualifications**

**Minimum Qualifications**

+ Mobile equipment operations experience

+ At least six (6) months in trade

**Preferred**

+ High School diploma or GED

+ 1 year mobile equipment experience

+ Signed off on 2800 and 4100 Shovels

**Criteria/Conditions**

+ 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

+ This is a Safety sensitive role

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

+ Occasionally may be required to lift up to fifty (50) pounds during the course of the work day

+ May be required to work rotating shifts 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

+ Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing as per applicable State Laws

**What We Offer You **

The estimated pay range for this role is currently **$22.50 - $30.00/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 (https://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/doc/custom/freeportmc/Total\_Rewards\_Estimate\_1.4\_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]_ _._