Reliability Specialist

Pinto Valley is an open-pit copper mine located at the west end of the historic Globe-Miami mining district of central Arizona, approximately 80 miles east of Phoenix. It has been in operation since 1972 and has produced more than four billion pounds of copper. Acquired by Capstone from BHP in 2013, the mine is fully permitted through 2039 and a study is underway to potentially extend the mine life through 2050.

Position Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and optimize equipment strategies and criticality in ERP to improve reliability and maintenance planning.
• Identify, assess, and prioritize risks using the Capstone Copper Risk Matrix, leading mitigation to support business objectives.
• Develop and maintain the site’s Trigger Actions Response Plan (TARP) and lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to address critical maintenance and operational defects.
• Analyze equipment performance data to identify and prioritize high-value, low-complexity improvement opportunities using business tools to optimize site resources.
• Develop, maintain, and automate equipment performance visuals using data from downtime, throughput, and cost systems, leveraging tools like Power BI, Pi Process Book, and Minestar.
• Represent maintenance and operations in projects by providing input on equipment maintainability, performance history, and pre-commissioning maintenance strategies.
• Participate in line-out and safety meetings, contributing to safety discussions and operational efficiency.
• Take on additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and initiative.

Position Requirements

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or diploma in related field. 3 years in mechanical, electrical, planning, reliability, operations, mining, processing, metallurgy experience in a mining operational facility.
• Preferred: Degree or diploma in mechanical, electrical, industrial, materials, mining, chemical or metallurgy. 5+ years experience in mechanical, electrical, planning, reliability experience in a mining operational facility.
• Maintenance & Reliability Expertise: Skilled in reliability-centered maintenance (RCM, FMEA), defect elimination (RCA, 5WHY), asset lifecycle management, and condition monitoring techniques (vibration, oil, ultrasound, thermography).
• Technical & Analytical Aptitude: Deep knowledge of mining equipment (crushers, conveyors, mills, pumps, mobile equipment) and the ability to solve complex problems using data-driven insights.
• Equipment & Performance Analysis: Proficient in analyzing maintenance KPIs, equipment performance, and business risks, with experience using databases and reporting tools.
• Communication & Project Management: Capable of clearly conveying technical concepts and managing multiple projects effectively.
• Language: Fluent in English (spoken, written, comprehension).

Additional Information

• Capstone Employees Are Eligible For An Extensive Total Rewards Package, Designed To Support Your Physical, Mental, Financial, And Emotional Well-being.
• This Package Includes, But Is Not Limited To 401(k) Savings Plan – Eligible from day one, contribute up to 30% of your salary with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%, fully vested immediately. Retirement Boost – The company contributes 8.5% of your salary, increasing to 14.2% after reaching the Social Security wage base, with 100% immediate vesting. Employee Share Purchase Plan – After three months, contribute 2% to 7% of your salary (max $5,000/year) to buy company shares, with a 50% company match, fully vested upon grant. Annual Short Term Incentive Bonus – Up to 15%.
• Annual Short Term Incentive Bonus – Up to 15%.
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