Operations Technician

Climax Molybdenum is the world's leading producer of molybdenum and has a long, successful history of doing business in a safe, highly efficient and socially responsible manner. We have operated in Colorado for more than 100 years and today have mining and milling operations near Leadville, Kremmling and Empire. Our Climax mine is located between Frisco and Leadville. Our Henderson mine and mill are an hour's drive apart - separated by the Continental Divide and a 15-mile conveyor system (10 miles is underground). The Henderson mine is about 50 miles west of Denver and 10 miles west of Empire, and the mill is located between Dillon and Kremmling. Description Highly skilled employee who provides on-going support for completion of daily production/operation plan by assisting area supervisors. Perform as safety contact and execute safety audits, investigations and resolve safety issues/concerns through collaboration with site's Safety Department. Support site objective through the performance of a variety of roles to develop broad understanding of processes, procedures, and initiatives (e.g. Fill-in Supervisor, Dispatcher, Equipment Operator, Repair Employee) Assist in completion of production plans with direction from the area Supervisor; coordinate and plan/implement equipment movement Participate in a variety of audits (e.g. dump, roads, porta johns, van, safety, environmental, etc.) Provide feedback to department supervision and training on proper procedures to equipment operators (e.g. equipment operation, safety procedures) Responsible for movement/transport of reassigned employees to new equipment during the shift, and relocating equipment during shift May be responsible for the delivery of essential items throughout the shift to employees at their equipment Responsible for occasional operation of mobile equipment (e.g. drills, shovels, dozers, haul trucks, small mobile equipment, etc.) Investigate all Health and Safety (H&S) events/tire issues within operational area, coordinate findings with the Health and Safety department, provide summary reports, enter Health and Safety incidents in H&S Management system, and maintain electronic filing system of prior safety in Initiate post-accident testing in coordination with Field Supervisor Transport employees to medical facility for injuries and illnesses and other situations requiring visits to the medical facilities (e.g. hearing, eye exam) Perform as Relief or Fill-in Supervisor/Dispatcher when needed Minimum Qualifications include: Three (3) years of related operational experience, including supervisory or lead experience Additional certifications or licensure appropriate to the job may be required Knowledge of operational area, policies, processes and procedures Knowledge of supervisory methods and techniques Skilled in resolving day-to-day questions/problems regarding equipment, materials, methods and procedures needed to complete projects Skilled in effective communication, both verbally and written Highly skilled in the operation of heavy mobile equipment (drills, shovels, haul trucks, dozer) Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards Preferred Qualifications: High School diploma or GED 1-2 years of Dispatch experience SME/Mentor on multiple pieces of heavy equipment Leadership skills BENEFITS: Monthly Housing Stipend Relocation assistance 401k with company match Medical/Dental/Vision (Start on day 1 of employment) Pay range: $28.00 - $39.00 per hour *See job post at www.fmjobs.com for more details and requirements. 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 HRSC@fmi.com.