Security Officer
Chino is an open-pit copper mining complex located 15 miles from the historic mining community of Silver City in southwestern New Mexico. The operation consists of a 36,000-metric-ton-per-day concentrator that produces copper and a 150-million-pound-per-year solvent extraction/electrowinning plant that produces copper cathode from solution generated by run-of-mine leaching.
The community of Silver City boasts various restaurants, arts, entertainment, cliff dwellings, festivals and much more. Residents and visitors enjoy gentle four seasons, with three hundred days of sunshine a year and low humidity. From unique shopping finds in the galleries to everyday groceries, schools and housing, there are numerous amenities for everyone.
Responsibilities
- Perform a variety of patrol, security, emergency response and customer service duties at assigned location.
- Greet and log in all visitors and vendors at entrance gate.
- Notify appropriate personnel or department of arrival.
- Direct visitors and vendors to destination.
- Enforce company policies and procedures.
- Perform frequent patrols of the property by walking, bicycling, or driving a vehicle on irregularly scheduled rounds.
- Observe conditions of equipment, grounds, and facilities.
- Pick up litter or debris as needed, or arrange clean-up with maintenance crews.
- Report damages or areas in need of repair to the Maintenance Supervisor.
- Conduct surveillance of locations or areas in which vandalism or criminal activities have been noted.
- Assist with and trained for emergency situations.
- Collaborate with police officers in the prevention of crime.
- Work with fire response units for fire suppression, and with medical emergency response units in the event of emergency situations.
- Provide basic emergency medical response (e.g., perform CPR, give basic first aid) when needed.
- Perform other duties as required.
Requirements
- Current CPR and first aid certifications, as required by specific site location.
- Skilled in responding appropriately to emergency and conflict situations.
- Knowledge of site rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Knowledgeable of the site topography and locations of emergency equipment and access points.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Qualifications
Preferred: High School diploma or GED.
Pay
The estimated pay range for this role is $16.50 - $22.00/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.
Benefits
- 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.
Schedule
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.
Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam and all required training and/or testing. 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.