Powder Employee I

Freeport-McMoRan is a leading international mining company with headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona.
We operate large, long-lived, geographically diverse assets with significant proven and probable reserves of copper, gold, and molybdenum.
The company has a dynamic portfolio of operating, expansion and growth projects in the copper industry.
Freeport-McMoRan is one of the world’s largest publicly traded copper producers, the world’s largest producer of molybdenum and a significant gold producer.
We have a long and successful history of conducting our business in a safe, highly efficient and socially-responsible manner.
We have the assets, the talent, the drive and the financial strength to provide attractive and rewarding careers of our employees.
We encourage you to take the time to explore the opportunity to advance your career at Freeport-McMoRan.
Description Safely performs duties related to the blasting and excavation of natural materials at a skilled level.
May operate stemming equipment such as: backhoes, front-end loaders, skid-steer loaders, stemming trucks, and light-duty vehicles May perform or be responsible for the following duties: Programming blast patterns using electronic blasting system Reviewing blast timing and sequence in accordance with tying in pattern Measuring blast holes for total depth and water depth Determining powder load and stem height Proper priming of blast holes and depths Assembling primer and placing primer with main charge in blast hole Controlling inventory explosives Communicate and interact with various departments and employees within various levels of organization Responsible for the knowledge and safe performance of the following procedures: clearing blast sites, securing and holding blocking positions, blast initiation, post-blast inspection, misfires, mining out problem holes, dewatering blast holes, and lightning prediction May assist with proper hook-up and delay techniques of non-electric, electric, and/or electronic initiation systems in accordance with blast design and engineering criteria Perform pre-shift and work area inspections Perform other duties as required Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Six (6) months of mine operations experience Basic computer skills Must obtain permission to legally handle explosives per ATF standards once in position Knowledge of hazards associated with all blast patterns, including securing blast areas from public access and equipment 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.
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 This is a safety sensitive role Personal protective equipment is required on a regular basis, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and, as needed: respirator, rubber steel-toed boots, gloves, fall protection, protective clothing, goggles, face shield and other protective equipment as required Employee may be required to work in environments that may include exposure to extreme temperatures, humidity, dust, noise, fumes, and gasses While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, work on uneven work surfaces and work on elevated platforms Frequently may be required to lift up to fifty (50) pounds during the course of the work day May be required to work a non-standard schedule which may include shift work (other than day shift) in a 24/7/365 operation 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 allowed by state laws At Freeport, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, rewards value and impact, and encourages safe production.
Benefits and compensation are foundational elements of this package, along with career development opportunities, job progression and a culture supported by our core values, among others.
Learn more at: FCX Jobs - Working Here Benefits: We provide an industry-leading benefits package with some of the lowest cost to employees – offering health, wellness, life insurance, paid time off, retirement savings and more.
These benefits are available to you and your dependents starting day one.
Our comprehensive benefits program is important to how we support the health and wellness of employees and their families.
For further benefits information please click here: Benefits Details Compensation: The estimated pay range for this role is currently $21.
50 - $29.
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.
To view an example of a Total Rewards Estimate for this role click here: Total Rewards Estimate Safety / Work Conditions: Candidates will be required to participate in a post-offer, pre-employment medical examination for the following positions which may have essential job duties that can impact both their own safety and the safety of others: Site-based positions, or positions which require unescorted access to site-based operational areas, which are held by employees who are required to receive MSHA, OSHA, DOT, HAZWOPER and/or Hazard Recognition Training; or Positions which are held by employees who operate equipment, machinery or motor vehicles in furtherance of performing the essential functions of their job duties, including operating motor vehicles while on Company business or travel (for this purpose “motor vehicles” includes Company owned or leased motor vehicles and personal motor vehicles used by employees in furtherance of Company business or while on Company travel).
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