Engineering Technician I Requisition ID: 135948 Location: Bagdad, AZ, US, 86321 Category: Engineering Services Share this Job Why You Should Apply For This Job: _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  ** 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 townwebsite (https://bagdadaztown.com/) to learn more. **Description** Under general supervision, work with other Technicians at mine site to obtain and deliver consistent and accurate samples to the assay laboratory in a timely manner. Assembles data and assists with problem-solving requiring basic theories and Engineering fundamentals + Identify which drill holes require sampling from the Drill Pattern + Must work closely and coordinate work schedule with dispatch and/or drilling and blasting + Obtain representative samples following the appropriate SOP's + Ensure that samples are obtained from equally spaced locations within the drill hole, that the minimum sample weight is obtained, that samples are correctly labeled, etc. + Assist with quality control; for those sample locations that are identified as locations for duplicate samples, repeat the sampling process on the same blast hole + Ensure that the duplicate samples are correctly labeled and that both the original and the duplicate are identified accordingly for laboratory staff. + Transport and deliver all samples to the assay laboratory, in a timely manner. + May perform entry level analytical laboratory tasks to prepare samples for analysis, or assist with routine chemical analysis and reporting tasks + May provide technical support to ore control and surveying staff, as required + Responsible for verifying that equipment is functional and operating properly + Ensure that all sampling equipment is cleaned after each sample has been taken + Perform other duties as required **Qualifications** **Minimum Qualifications** + One (1) year of experience in an Engineering or technical area relevant to the assignment + Knowledge of specialized equipment, methods and techniques appropriate to assignment, including GIS/GPS mapping techniques + Skill in safely using, maintaining and repairing specialized equipment to complete assigned projects + Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions + Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards + Able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing **Preferred** + High School diploma or GED **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 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 regularly 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 objects up tofifty (50) pounds during the course of the workday + 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 - $27.00/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 ofTotal Rewards Estimate (https://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/doc/custom/freeportmc/Total\_Rewards\_Estimate\_5.3\_24.pdf) 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 (https://jobs.fcx.com/content/Benefits/?locale=en\_US) 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. 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