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  

Sierrita operations is located just 20 miles from Tucson – Arizona’s second-largest city. Its cutting-edge mine training facility, with state-of-the-art labs, classrooms and advanced simulators, equips our people with the skills, expertise and knowledge to excel. Whether you choose to live in Green Valley, Sahuarita or Tucson, you will enjoy spectacular sunsets and mild winters as well as numerous local attractions. Tucson is home to the Pima Air and Space Museum, University of Arizona and Sonora Desert Museum. Other notable community staples are several schools, hospitals, restaurants, parks, shopping centers and more. Visit sahuaritaaz.gov and tucsonaz.gov to learn more.  

What You Will Do

Work with limited supervision to provide technical knowledge and guidance assisting with maintenance and repair of automation systems and associated circuitry. Provides installation, diagnostics, repair and programming of industrial automation systems and equipment.

Interface with staff Engineers, external technical representatives, operations, and maintenance personnel
Provide automation system maintenance, electrical/instrumentation assistance, and associated programming for support
Provide installation, diagnostics, repair and programming of industrial automation equipment (i.e. instrumentation, industrial communications, DCS, HMI, PLC, PC interface, and third party equipment)
Actively participate in safety and environmental programs and other programs determined by management
Perform other duties as assigned

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 Electrical and/or Instrumentation repair and maintenance
Demonstrated knowledge of computer applications and networking
Strong technical knowledge in electronic communications interfaces and protocols
Ability to read, understand and apply information from technical manuals, prints, and schematics for trouble shooting and repair
Valid State Driver's License
Effective written and verbal communication skills to satisfy training, safety, and electronic message transmission policies of the company
Ability to work weekends, holidays, rotating shifts and both scheduled and unscheduled overtime as business needs dictate

Preferred Qualifications

High School diploma or GED
Associates of Applied Science degree in a technical field
HMI/PLC and/or DCS programming and troubleshooting experience
Understanding of networking fundamentals
Understanding of historical data collection systems
Emerson Delta V DCS and/or Allen Bradley PLC troubleshooting, commissioning, configuration experience
Low Voltage ABB VFD configuration, commissioning, and troubleshooting experience
Worked with HART, Ethernet IP, TCP/IP, Modbus RTU communications protocols

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
May be required to work rotating shifts in a 24/7/365 operation
Ability to work weekends, holidays, rotating shifts and both scheduled and unscheduled overtime as business needs dictate
Personal protective equipment is required on a regular basis, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety foot wear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and 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
In order to receive full consideration for an interview, candidates must include all experience on their resume that indicates they have successfully met all the minimum requirements listed in this posting

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.

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 HRSC@fmi.com.

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