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At Freeport-McMoRan, 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. Apply Today!        Where You Will Work    Sierrita operations is located just 20 miles from Tucson – Arizona’s second-largest city. Its cutting-edge mine training facility, with state-of-the-art labs, classrooms and advanced simulators, equips our people with the skills, expertise and knowledge to excel. Whether you choose to live in Green Valley, Sahuarita or Tucson, you will enjoy spectacular sunsets and mild winters as well as numerous local attractions. Tucson is home to the Pima Air and Space Museum, University of Arizona and Sonora Desert Museum. Other notable community staples are several schools, hospitals, restaurants, parks, shopping centers and more. Visit sahuaritaaz.gov and tucsonaz.gov to learn more.    What You Will Do 
 Operate heavy equipment in support of production including de-watering, materials delivery, maintaining berms, and surface maintenance at a skilled level.  Operate heavy equipment which may include but is not limited to: haul trucks, water trucks, rubber tire dozers, track dozers, excavators, motor graders and front-end loaders  May assist with training and mentoring of other equipment operators  Responsible for understanding changes to assigned work areas and any potential hazards  Responsible for knowing the following procedures: start-up and shut-down, parking, mounting and dismounting, Lock-Out Tag-Out Try-Out (LOTOTO), emergency, fire, working with ground personnel, and Blue Stake  May perform the following duties: road building, managing stockpiles, road surface maintenance, building and maintaining road berms, loading trucks, and trenching  Responsible for understanding equipment components and practices that reduce component damage and wear  May perform operations support activities such as barricading shovels and assisting with power cable moves  Performs pre-shift inspection of equipment  Communicates through computer dispatching system or two-way radio  May perform minor maintenance activities  Performs other duties as required  What You Bring To Freeport 
 Six (6) months of mobile equipment operating experience Must have completed academic and practical competencies required (this includes Line of Progression requirements for internal employees where LOP Exists) and have experience demonstrating the required aptitude. The selected candidate shall demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and skills while also passing a written assessment where required. This exam is based on skills/abilities and/or academic knowledge; as well as safety. Preferred Qualifications 
 High School diploma or GED  Qualification for operating Pit Viper 271 and Pit Viper 275 CAT 6310 experience What We Offer You   The estimated pay range for this role is currently  $24.00 to 32.00/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. More details will be shared during the hiring process.  Click here  to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role.  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