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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 town website to learn more.

Description Under direct supervision, work with Sampler Technicians at mine site to obtain and deliver consistent and accurate samples to the assay laboratory in a timely manner. Assists in identifying which drill holes require sampling from the Drill PatternMust work closely and coordinate work schedule with dispatch and/or drilling and blastingAssists in obtaining representative samples following the appropriate SOP'sEnsures that samples are obtained from equally spaced locations within the drill hole, the minimum sample weight is obtained, samples are correctly labeled, and the correct paperwork and computer work has been completedAssists with quality control; for those sample locations that are identified as locations for duplicate samples, repeats the sampling process on the same blast holeEnsures that the duplicate samples are correctly labeled and that both the original and the duplicate are identified accordingly for laboratory staffTransports and delivers all samples to the correct location for shipping to the assay laboratory, in a timely mannerMarks material zones (ore/waste/leach) with flags in the field as requiredResponsible for verifying that equipment is functional and operating properlyEnsures that all sampling equipment is cleaned after each sample has been takenPerforms other duties as requiredQualifications

Minimum Qualifications

No experience is requiredAbility to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautionsSkilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazardsAble to communicate effectively both orally and in writingKnowledge of site processes, equipment and infrastructureAble to use a variety of computer software applications, especially Microsoft Office

 

Preferred

High School diploma or GEDExperience in an area or areas relevant to the assignmentSoil or rock sampling experienceExperience operating mobile equipmentValid state driver's licenseAbility to lift/handle/load/stack up to fifty (50) lbs.Operation of hand/power toolsExperience performing equipment and work place safety inspectionsAbility to work outdoors and in ambient weather conditionsBasic computer skillsWell organized and self-motivated

 

Criteria/ConditionsAbility to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-relatedinstructions and procedures given in EnglishAbility to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures,and applicable safety standardsMust be able to work in a potentially stressful environmentA valid driver's license is required for this jobWork is in an outdoor, 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 particlesWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, talk, hear and seeThe work requires the ability to lift moderately heavy to heavy objects up to fifty (50) pounds and perform other similar actions frequently during the course of the workdayPersonal 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

What We Offer You 

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $17.50 - $23.50/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  

 

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