Engineering Technician Trainee

Engineering Technician Trainee

Requisition ID: 148018

Location:

Bagdad, AZ, US, 86321

Category: Engineering Services

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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  **

Looking to live in a small town with big opportunities? Our Bagdad operations in Arizona offers housing at a subsidized rate, a family-friendly atmosphere and numerous amenities including an aquatic center, golf course and fitness center. Located 100 miles northwest of Phoenix, Bagdad is home to the world's first commercial - scale concentrate leach processing facility, as well as one of the longest continuously operating solvent extraction/electrowinning plants in the world.  Visit the Bagdad townwebsite (https://bagdadaztown.com/) to learn more.

What You Will Do

Under direct supervision, you will work with Sampler Technicians at a mine site to obtain and deliver consistent and accurate samples to the assay laboratory in a timely manner. You assist in identifying which drill holes require sampling from the drill pattern and coordinate schedules with dispatch and drilling and blasting activities. In this role, you assist in obtaining representative samples in accordance with established SOPs, ensuring equal spacing, minimum sample weights, accurate labeling, and completion of required paperwork and computer entries. Support quality control efforts by collecting duplicate samples from designated blast holes and ensuring both original and duplicate samples are properly labeled for laboratory staff. As an Engineering Technician Trainee, you transport and deliver samples to the correct shipping location in a timely manner, mark material zones such as ore, waste, and leach in the field as required, verify sampling equipment is functional and properly cleaned after each use, and perform other duties as required.

What You Bring To Freeport

• No experience is required

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED

• Experience in an area or areas relevant to the assignment is preferred

• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions

• Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards

• Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

• Knowledge of site processes, equipment and infrastructure

• Able to use a variety of computer software applications, especially Microsoft Office

What We Offer You

The estimated pay range for this role is currently  $18.50 - $24.50/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.

• 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/Our-Benefits-FM/?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] .