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Where You Will Work
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Under direct supervision, you will work with Sampler Technicians at a mine site to obtain and deliver consistent and accurate samples to the assay laboratory in a timely manner. You assist in identifying which drill holes require sampling from the drill pattern and coordinate schedules with dispatch and drilling and blasting activities. In this role, you assist in obtaining representative samples in accordance with established SOPs, ensuring equal spacing, minimum sample weights, accurate labeling, and completion of required paperwork and computer entries. Support quality control efforts by collecting duplicate samples from designated blast holes and ensuring both original and duplicate samples are properly labeled for laboratory staff. As an Engineering Technician Trainee, you transport and deliver samples to the correct shipping location in a timely manner, mark material zones such as ore, waste, and leach in the field as required, verify sampling equipment is functional and properly cleaned after each use, and perform other duties as required.
What We Offer You
The estimated pay range for this role is currently $18.50 - $24.50/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 hereto view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role.
What We Require
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (Freeport) is a leading international metals company with the objective of being foremost in copper. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, Freeport operates large, long-lived, geographically diverse assets with significant proven and probable mineral reserves of copper, gold and molybdenum. Freeport’s portfolio of assets includes the Grasberg minerals district in Indonesia, one of the world’s largest copper and gold deposits; and significant operations in North America and South America, including the large-scale Morenci minerals district in Arizona and the Cerro Verde operation in Peru.
Freeport has a strong commitment to safety performance, environmental management and the communities where it operates. As a founding member of the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM), Freeport is committed to implementing ICMM’s Mining Principles, which serve as a best practice framework on sustainable development for the global mining and metals industry. Freeport has also achieved the Copper Mark, a comprehensive assurance framework designed to demonstrate the copper industry’s responsible production practices, at all of its copper-producing sites globally.
By supplying responsibly produced copper, Freeport is proud to be a positive contributor to the world well beyond its operational boundaries. Additional information is available at fcx.com
