Electrician

Description

Skilled worker in the electrical/instrumentation field whose duties include, but are not limited to the removal, repair and installation of electrical components and basic to intermediate troubleshooting. 

• Perform safe completion of routine and non-routine repairs and construction 


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


• Assist with troubleshooting of industrial electrical and/or instrumentation equipment 


• Perform other duties as assigned 
  
   

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of an approved certified electronics, electrical and/or instrumentation program or minimum of two (2) years of experience or a combination of education and experience in industrial electrical and/or instrumentation repair and maintenance


• Basic experience in the maintenance and repair of electrical circuits and connected equipment


• Valid state drivers license


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


• Able to perform the essential functions of the job at the time of the job offer with or without reasonable accommodations


• 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

• Journeyman License


• Ability to bend & install conduit, troubleshoot overhead cranes, read schematics and 1-line diagrams


• Knowledge of manual & magnetics starters, VFDs and troubleshoot electrical systems (ex. motor control circuits)


• Experience working with low and medium voltages


• Experience with AC and/or DC controls


• Experience with instrumentation devices


• Experience with diagnostic electrical test equipment

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


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


• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, work on elevated platforms, talk, hear and see


• Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy to heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) during the course of the workday


• Must complete the pre-employment color perception as well as electrical/instrumentation assessment


• May be required to work rotating shifts in a 24/7/365 operation that includes weekends, holidays, and both scheduled and unscheduled overtime as business needs dictate


• 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