Bagdad
4 days ago
Senior NDT Technician

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   

Looking to live in a small town with big opportunities? Our Bagdad operations in Arizona offers housing at a subsidized rate, a family-friendly atmosphere and numerous amenities including an aquatic center, golf course and fitness center. Located 100 miles northwest of Phoenix, Bagdad is home to the world's first commercial - scale concentrate leach processing facility, as well as one of the longest continuously operating solvent extraction/electrowinning plants in the world.  Visit the Bagdad town website 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. Monitor equipment ranging from the SX/EW, Smelter, Water System, Crushing/Conveying, Concentrator, Mine (Shovels, Drills, Haulage), Refining, Rod Plant, and outlying areasPerform ultrasound, phased array ultrasound, eddy current, dye penetrant, magnetic particle data collection utilizing current technology (Olympus, Parker and other approved equipment)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 CMMSLearn various RCM/PdM technologies, primarily ultrasonic analysis and the associated software with future development into additional technologiesSupport the RCM Program and its continual development; educate other personnel in any area of the RCM ProgramAdminister the collection and analysis of real-time data using various predictive technologies, develop advanced diagnostic tools, make recommendations to Maintenance, complete and submit work orders as necessaryCommunicate effectively to provide, receive, and implement constructive feedback to support the mentoring programData collection, analysis and reporting utilizing, but not limited to, the following  technologies:Phased Array UltrasoundEddy CurrentConventional UltrasoundUT TOFD MethodArray Eddy CurrentMagnetic ParticleDye PenetrantOther NDT Technologies Actively participate with Maintenance and Planning groups Perform additional duties as required Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

 

Minimum of seven (7) years of hands-on mechanical maintenance repair/rebuild experience with industrial equipment (pumps, motors, gearboxes, pulleys, 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 mechanicallyA working knowledge and understanding of basic prints and ability to read themJourneyman level ability to read, understand and apply information from technical manuals and other reference materialsMust 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.Ability to work in a team with high regard for safety and environmental concerns and with a strong commitment to policiesEffective written, verbal, and communication skills to satisfy straining, safety, and electronic message transmission policies of the companyAbility to work in very small compartments, elevated work areas, and hot equipment safelyDemonstrated computer skills in Windows environment with experience in MS Work, Excel, PowerPoint and OutlookPossess Level I Ultrasound certification or obtain within one (1) year of hire dateValid state driver's license (or able to obtain one)Satisfactory performance record (internal applicant)

 

Preferred

 

High School diploma or GEDMinimum of ten (10) years of hands-on mechanical maintenance repair/rebuild experience with industrial equipment (pumps, motors, gearboxes, pulleys, 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 mechanicallyA working knowledge and understanding of basic prints and ability to read themJourneyman level ability to read, understand and apply information from technical manuals and other reference materialsPrior Ultrasonic Testing (UT) experienceExperience with Ultrasonic data collection utilizing current technology (Olympus)Certification in Phased Array, Conventional UT, or other NDT technologiesExperience with NDT technologies (Magnetic-Particle, Dye Penetrant, etc.)Certification and or experience with Eddy Current or Eddy Current ArrayExperience with RCFA

What We Offer You 

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $35.00 - $47.00/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 opportunities  Learn more 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  

 

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