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Diagnostic Electrician - Smelter

Freeport-McMoRan

Claypool, AZJob$33–45/hrPosted 7mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Compensation
$33–45/hr
Location
Claypool, AZ
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Associate's degree

Job overview

Freeport-McMoRan is hiring a Diagnostic Electrician - Smelter. The Diagnostic Electrician will work at Freeport-McMoRan’s Miami smelter in Claypool, AZ, performing removal, repair, and installation of electrical components and systems, conducting advanced troubleshooting, and optimizing processes while mentoring other workers, all within a safety‑focused environment.

Key focus areas include Remove, repair and install electrical components and systems, Perform safe routine and non‑routine repairs and construction, and Conduct preventative maintenance on industrial electrical and instrumentation equipment.

Successful candidates bring Approved Certified Electronics, Electrical And/Or Instrumentation Program Completion Or 4+ Years Industrial Electrical And/Or Instrumentation Repair And Maintenance Experience Or Associate's Degree Or Trade School Certification In Related Field And 2+ Years Industrial Electrical And/Or Instrumentation Repair And Maintenance Experience, Minimum Personal Tools, and Academic And Practical Competencies. Important skills include Electrical Systems Analysis, Electrical Systems Diagnosis, Advanced Troubleshooting, Systems Optimization, Process Optimization, and Preventative Maintenance. Preferred (not required): VFDs Experience, PLC Experience, HMI Experience, and SCADA...

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Electrical Systems AnalysisElectrical Systems DiagnosisAdvanced TroubleshootingSystems OptimizationProcess OptimizationPreventative MaintenanceIndustrial Electrical Equipment TroubleshootingInstrumentation Equipment TroubleshootingAC/DC Drives MaintenanceAC/DC Drives TroubleshootingPLCs MaintenancePLCs TroubleshootingOverhead Cranes MaintenanceOverhead Cranes TroubleshootingManagement Control Systems MaintenanceManagement Control Systems TroubleshootingCalibration of Field TransmittersCalibration of TransducersWeigh Scales CalibrationLow Voltage Equipment MaintenanceLow Voltage Equipment TroubleshootingMedium Voltage Equipment MaintenanceMedium Voltage Equipment TroubleshootingRegulatory Agency Standards ComplianceStandard Operating ProceduresWork Area InstructionsSafety Activities ParticipationEnvironmental Activities ParticipationElectrical Circuits TroubleshootingElectrical Circuits MaintenanceElectrical Circuits RepairTechnical Manuals ReadingPrints ReadingSchematics ReadingCommunicationVFDs ExperiencePLC ExperienceHMI ExperienceSCADA Control Systems ExperienceLow Voltage ExperienceMedium Voltages ExperienceAC Controls ExperienceDC Controls ExperienceInstrumentation Devices ExperienceDiagnostic Electrical Test Equipment ExperienceHVAC Equipment ExperienceElectrical Component RepairElectrical System InstallationElectrical System AnalysisIndustrial Electrical Equipment RepairInstrumentation Equipment RepairSubstationsPower Distribution SystemsSwitchgear MotorsMotor ControlsProcess ControlsPneumatic EquipmentCalibration of Weigh ScalesElectrical Circuit TroubleshootingElectrical Circuit MaintenanceElectrical Circuit RepairVFDsPLCHMISCADA Control SystemsLow VoltagesMedium VoltagesAC ControlsDC ControlsInstrumentation DevicesDiagnostic Electrical Test EquipmentHVAC Equipment

Qualifications

Approved Certified Electronics, Electrical and/or Instrumentation Program or 4+ Years Industrial Electrical and/or Instrumentation Repair and Maintenance Experience or Associate's Degree or Trade School Certification in Related Field and 2+ Years Industrial Electrical and/or Instrumentation Repair and Maintenance ExperienceMinimum Personal ToolsAcademic and Practical CompetenciesHigh School Diploma or GED

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Diagnostic Electrician - Smelter

Requisition ID: 142020

Location:

Claypool, AZ, US, 85532

Category: Maintenance

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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 **  **

Our Miami smelter and rod plant is nestled just 90 miles east of Phoenix. The smelter processes copper concentrate primarily from our company’s Arizona copper mines and is the most significant source of sulfuric acid for our North American leaching operations. Arizona’s Globe-Miami historic mining district offers natural beauty and a rich mining heritage. The Tri-Town of Globe, Claypool and Miami offers convenient shopping locales, including Walmart, Safeway, Fry’s and other local stores. Here, our employees and their families can connect with the outdoors and enjoy the family-friendly atmosphere.  VisitGlobe-Miami.com (https://www.globemiamichamber.com/) to learn more. 

What You Will Do

  • Removal, repair and installation of electrical components, electrical systems, analysis and diagnosis, advanced troubleshooting and systems/process optimization; may mentor or train other electrical workers

  • Safe completion of routine and non-routine repairs and construction

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

  • Must have strong knowledge in the maintenance and troubleshooting of AC/DC drives, PLCs, overhead cranes, management control systems, calibration of field transmitters/transducers and weigh scales, and low and medium voltage equipment

  • Ability to perform installations and renovations compliant with regulatory agency standards

  • Follow Standard Operating Procedues (SOP) and work area instructions, participate in safety and environmental activities, and use plant and equipment correctly at all times

What You Bring To Freeport

  • Completion of an approved Certified Electronics, Electrical and/or Instrumentation Program,  OR

  • Minimum of four (4) years of experience in Industrial Electrical and/or Instrumentation repair and maintenance,  OR

  • Associate's degree or Trade School Certification in a related field  **and ** two (2) years of experience in Industrial Electrical and/or Instrumentation repair and maintenance

  • Experience in troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of electrical circuits and connected equipment; this includes the ability to read, understand and apply information from technical manuals, prints, and schematics for trouble shooting and repair

  • Effective written and verbal communication skills to satisfy training, safety, and electronic message transmission policies of the company

  • Must have minimum personal tools as described by the department tool list or be able to obtain them within 90 days of hire date

  • 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 Qualifications

  • High School diploma or GED

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

  • Experience working with low and medium voltages

  • Experience with AC and/or DC controls

  • Experience with instrumentation devices

  • Experience with diagnostic electrical test equipment

  • Experience with HVAC equipment

What We Offer You

The estimated pay range for this role is currently  $33.00 - $45.00/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 to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role. 

  • $50 per-shift stipend available to employees assigned to specific positions, within the Smelter Electrical and E/I Maintenance departments, which meet program guidelines.

  • 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] .

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