Job: Senior Infared Technician

Job Description

Job Type: Full time, Hourly

Wage: $35-$47.50/hr. 

Location: Leadville, CO.

Job Description:

Why You Should Apply For This Job:

At Climax Molybdenum, 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.

In order to be considered for this position, please apply by 12/01/24.

Where You Will Work 

Climax Molybdenum is the world’s leading producer of molybdenum and has a long, successful history of doing business safely, efficiently and responsibly. We have operated in Colorado for more than 100 years, with mining and milling operations near Leadville, Kremmling and Empire. Our Climax Mine is located between Frisco and Leadville – the seat of Lake County and the highest incorporated city in the United States.  Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $1,450 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines.   At an elevation of over 10,000 feet, the rich historic town of Leadville is surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Our employees and their families can enjoy hiking, camping, ultramarathon activities, skiing, and boating in the area. Some attractions in Leadville include the National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum, Ski Cooper, Tennessee Pass Cookhouse, Tabor Opera House and the Leadville National Fish Hatchery. With the abundant outdoor recreation and numerous schools and amenities in the area, take a chance to advance your career with Climax Molybdenum and live life at the top! Visit Welcome to Leadville, Colorado to learn more.  

Description

The goal of the Reliability Centered Maintenance Group is to achieve higher equipment availability and lower maintenance costs through predictive maintenance technologies. This goal is realized by regularly scheduled monitoring of equipment with predictive technologies and coordinating the necessary maintenance through teamwork with other maintenance and operations personnel, including but not limited to supervision, planning, engineering, and field personnel.

This position requires travel to other facilities and interaction with vendors, contractors and company personnel; any and all business must be conducted in a professional manner as a representative of Freeport-McMoRan. This position requires a responsible, self-motivated person who is able to work efficiently with minimal supervision. This position requires working in confined spaces and tight corridors, as well as, working closely around moving, rotating, electrically energized, and elevated equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

• The RCM Technicians monitor equipment ranging from the SX/EW, Smelter, Water System, Concentrator, Crushing/Conveying, Rod Plant, Refining, Mine (Shovels, Drills, Haulage), outlying areas and Power System (lines/substations)
• Infrared, airborne ultrasound, corona, and motor testing data collection utilizing current technology (FLIR, UViRCO, and SKF Baker)
• Utilization of the current software to load, dump, and analyze ultrasonic route data, as well as, build and update the associated data sets and databases (alarms, trends, etc.)
• Report building/giving presentations utilizing various software programs, daily planning, including but not limited to Maintenance Plans and Maintenance orders utilizing the current CMMS
• Learn various RCM/PdM technologies, primarily Infrared, Motor Testing (on and off line), Corona, Lubrication, and development into other technologies
• Support the RCM Program and its continual development; educate other personnel in any area of the RCM Program
• Administer the collection and analysis of real-time data using various predictive technologies, timely reporting and summary reporting (RCFA's) utilizing technology such as infrared thermography, airborne ultrasound, motor test equipment, corona test equipment, etc.
• Communicate effectively to provide, receive, and implement constructive feedback to support the mentoring program
• Actively participate with Maintenance and Planning groups
• Perform additional duties as required

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of seven (7) years of hands-on electrical maintenance experience with industrial equipment (substations, switchgear, pumps, motors, drive systems, etc.) that includes:
• A working knowledge and understanding of moving and rotating equipment such as pumps, motors, gearboxes and conveyors, from an operations and maintenance perspective, electrically and mechanically
• A working knowledge and understanding of basic principles of electricity and electrical components
• Journeyman level ability to read, understand and apply information from technical manuals and other reference materials
• Ability to work in a team with a high regard for safety and environmental concerns and with a strong commitment to policies
• Effective written, verbal, and communication skills to satisfy training, safety, and electronic message transmission policies of the company
• Demonstrated computer skills in Windows environment with experience in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Possess ITC Level I certification or obtain within one (1) year of hire date
• Valid state driver's license (or able to obtain one)
• Satisfactory performance record (internal applicant)

Preferred

• High School diploma or GED
• Minimum of ten (10) years of hands-on electrical maintenance experience with industrial equipment (substations, switchgear, pumps, motors, drive systems, etc.) that includes:
• A working knowledge and understanding of moving and rotations equipment such as pumps, motors, gearboxes and conveyors, from an operations and maintenance perspective, electrically and mechanically
• A working knowledge and understanding of basic principles of electricity and electrical components Journeyman level ability to read, understand and apply information from technical manuals and other reference materials.
• Corona experience
• Certification with ITC in IR
• Certification in Corona
• Experience with SKF Baker motor testing equipment (static and/or dynamic)
• Experience with FLIR cameras and software
• Experience with RCFA

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 performed in a mine or manufacturing plant, which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity, moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, toxic chemicals, explosives, fumes or airborne particles
• Work is performed in a 24 hour/day, 7 day/week, 365 day/year operation; this position requires a person who is willing and able to work weekends, holidays, rotating shifts and both scheduled and unscheduled overtime
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, work on elevated platforms, talk, hear and see
• Required to lift moderately heavy to heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) during the course of the workday
• Personal protective equipment is required on a regular basis, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety foot wear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and 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 allowed by applicable State laws

What We Offer You

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $35.00 - $47.50/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.  Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $1,450 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines.

• 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  

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. If you receive any suspicious emails, please disregard them, and report the incident to [email protected]. 

**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.