Slope Stability Technician II

About the role

At Freeport-McMoRan, you'll find a collaborative environment focused on safety, innovation, and personal growth. Our Miami smelter and rod plant is located in the Globe-Miami historic mining district, offering a blend of natural beauty and modern amenities.

Responsibilities

• Assists with routine Engineering projects, including layout and design, specification development, and preparation.
• Assembles data from slope monitoring equipment and assists with problem-solving requiring basic theories and Engineering fundamentals.
• Utilizes computer programs to solve Engineering problems.
• Aids in layout and design of Engineering projects related to slope stability.
• Develops and maintains awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards.
• Manages and understands slope monitoring equipment calibration standards.
• Works directly with vendors and contractors in the support of data collection and interpretation of data for slope monitoring.
• Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

• Three (3) years of experience in an Engineering or technical area relevant to the assignment.
• Advanced knowledge of specialized equipment, methods, and techniques appropriate to assignment, including GIS/GPS mapping techniques.
• Experience in working with drill crews and contractors in the installation of slope and water level measurement equipment, including radio instrumentation for data collection.
• Experience in safely deploying, maintaining, and repairing specialized equipment for the purpose of pit wall monitoring that includes slope radars, Robotic Total stations, piezometric well monitoring instruments, GPS, and Time-Domain Reflectometry (TDR).
• Experienced and proficient in slope data validation and troubleshooting information from radars, piezometric wells, TDR, Robotic Total Stations, and GPS.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.

Skills

• Specialized equipment, methods, and techniques appropriate to assignment.
• Slope monitoring equipment specification, development, and preparation of data generation.
• Data validation and troubleshooting information from various monitoring instruments.

Benefits

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $24.50 - $33.00/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.

Freeport-McMoRan offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 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, and 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!