Hydromet Leach Operator II

What You Will Do

What You Will Bring

• At least two (2) years of experience in trade
• 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.
• Experience with material handling equipment
• Knowledge of pipe fusing, sumps, pumps, drip systems, dump piping and layout for a stockpile; understanding of district flows
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and 14001 Policies
• Knowledge of safety programs and initiatives
• Autonomy - the ability to work without close supervision while completing tasks up to quality standards
• Initiative - the ability to take appropriate action without specifically being told
• Computer literacy - the ability to effectively use a computer to input, access, or modify information; knowledge of Microsoft applications
• Judgment/Decision-Making - the ability to anticipate and evaluate the consequences of various courses of action and take these considerations into account when making decisions
• Training - Coaching and training responsibilities would include training new operators that come into the department
• Multi-Tasking - shifting back and forth between multiple activities while still maintaining effectiveness

Preferred

• High School diploma or GED
• Experienced at proficiently operating equipment, pipe fusing, sumps, pumps, drip Systems, and dump piping layout for a stockpile
• Understanding of district flows

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 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

• 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

• 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