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Maintenance Helper

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$20 - 26.5 hourly

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Job Description - Maintenance Helper


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 rod and refining plant in El Paso, Texas, is a key contributor to our ranking as one of the world’s largest manufacturers of continuous cast copper rod – a main material used in the manufacturing of wire and cable products. The refinery has the potential to operate at an annual production capacity of about 900 million pounds of copper cathode, which is sufficient to refine all the copper anode we produce at our Miami operations in Arizona. The refinery also produces nickel carbonate, copper telluride and autoclaved slimes material containing gold, silver, platinum and palladium.  


 


The beautiful city of El Paso features three universities, many community colleges and numerous schools. Some popular attractions include the International Museum of Art, National Border Patrol Museum and Franklin Mountain State Park. There are many shopping centers, parks, hiking trails and numerous restaurants for our employees and their families to enjoy.   


  


Description


Semi-skilled employees, with basic skills in industrial maintenance activities. Will perform minor maintenance activities independently, with minimal supervision, or support Journeymen in their maintenance activities.


 




  • Perform routine maintenance activities on fixed/mobile equipment




  • Assist Journeyman Mechanics with maintenance activities




  • Complete Work Orders and other maintenance documentation




  • Troubleshoot equipment problems




  • Perform other tasks as assigned




Qualifications


Minimum Qualifications




  • Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures in English

  • Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards




Preferred




  • High School diploma or GED

  • Previous experience demonstrating mechanical aptitude



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

  • 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




What We Offer You 


The estimated pay range for this role is currently $20.00 - $26.50/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 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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About the Company

Freeport-mcmoran L Fcx

FCX operates large, long-lived, geographically diverse assets with significant proven and probable reserves of copper, gold and molybdenum.

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