Process Automation Technician II

Requisition ID: 134948

Location:

Safford, AZ, US, 85548

Category: Engineering Services

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Why You Should Apply For This Job:

_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 **

In operation since 2007, Safford operations is a zero-discharge facility and one of the most sustainable mines in the United States. The operation’s commitment to utilizing advanced technologies and sustainable practices strongly emphasizes safety and environmental stewardship. Located in southeastern Arizona, close to more than 4 million acres of national forest, employees and their families can connect with the great outdoors while fishing, rafting, hiking and more. Several educational institutions also are nearby, including a Northern Arizona University satellite campus, Eastern Arizona College, and the Gila Institute for Technology.

**What You Will Do**

+ Interface with staff engineers, external technical representatives, operations, and maintenance personnel. Provide automation system maintenance, electrical/instrumentation assistance, and associated programming for support.

+ Provides installation, diagnostics, repair and programming of industrial automation equipment (i.e. instrumentation, industrial communications, process control systems, and third-party equipment).

+ Run and optimize the process. Input samples into the automated process lines and troubleshoot to identify problems and fix them as required.

+ Ensures assay quality by calibration and maintenance of automated equipment.

+ Actively participates in safety and environmental programs and other programs determined by management.

+ Perform other duties as required.

**What You Bring To Freeport**

+ Completion of an approved certified electronics, electrical and/or instrumentation program **OR**

+ Minimum of four (4) years’ experience in electrical and/or instrumentation repair and maintenance.

+ Strong technical knowledge in communication, interfaces and protocols.

+ Ability to read, understand and apply information from technical manuals, prints, and schematics for trouble shooting and repair.

+ Effective written and verbal communication skills to satisfy training, safety, and electronic message transmission policies of the company.

+ 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.

+ Associates of Applied Science degree in a technical field.

+ HMI/PLC and/or DCS programming and troubleshooting experience.

+ Understanding of networking fundamentals.

+ Understanding of historical data collection systems.

+ Process control systems experience

**What We Offer You**

The estimated pay range for this role is currently **$31.00 - $42.50/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. **Click here (https://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/doc/custom/freeportmc/Total\_Rewards\_Estimate\_2.6.pdf)** 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 opportunities

+ Learn more (https://jobs.fcx.com/content/Benefits/?locale=en\_US) about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!

**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]_ _._