Overhead Crane Technician

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• Title: Overhead Crane Technician
• Requisition ID: 146698
• Location: Green Valley, AZ, US, 85622
• Category: Operations

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.

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

About the role

Highly skilled employees in Overhead Crane technician craft who applies a broad level of mechanical/electrical/maintenance knowledge to maximize and, where possible, improve the efficiency of the overall production process. Employees may mentor or train other technicians. Employee will work under minimal supervision where the primary objective is safe production.

• Conduct Monthly/Annual safety inspections and perform mechanical and electrical maintenance on remote and cab operated overhead bridge cranes
• Perform routine and non-routine maintenance activities on both mechanical and electrical components of the Overhead Cranes
• Repair, install, fabricate, rebuild, troubleshoot and perform preventative maintenance of overhead cranes
• Complete Work Orders, order parts, and other maintenance documentation
• Qualified to operate overhead, as well as mobile cranes and knowledgeable of safe rigging practices
• Follows and understands MSHA rules and regulations, Environmental rules and regulations, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and work area instructions, participates in safety and environmental activities, uses plant and equipment correctly at all times
• Additional responsibilities and duties may be assigned according to business need

Minimum Requirements

Four (4) years of combined mechanical and electrical experience to include:

two (2) years experience in mechanical/maintenance crafts (including welder, boilermaker, machinist or facility maintenance/construction), or a combination of education and experience in industrial mechanical repair and maintenance, AND two (2) years’ experience or a combination of education and experience in industrial electrical and/or instrumentation repair and maintenance, or High school diploma or GED, and completion of an approved certified electronics, electrical and/or instrumentation program

Proficiency in welding/cutting

• Competent in mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, welding, bearings, basic metallurgy (stress cracking, metal compatibility), plumbing, alignment, machine shop, blue prints, schematics, and mobile equipment
• Working knowledge of fabrication, and part lists and repair
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair
• Working knowledge of Static Stepless Motor Control, magnetic motor control (AC/DC), wound rotor motors, electrical schematics, rectors, eddy current brakes, three phase and single phase circuits, and troubleshooting electrical equipment

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous experience operating larger than twenty (20) ton mobile crane
• Certified in welding (MIG, TIG, Stick, Arc)

Additional information

Experience regarding equipment modifications, including VFD retrofits, radio remote installs, motor and gear replacements, hydraulic to electrical braking retrofits, and bar to festoon conversions

• Working knowledge of overhead crane electrical controls
• Current Certified Crane Inspector
• Motor repair knowledge
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) knowledge

Criteria/Conditions

• Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures given in English
• Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards
• Work is performed in a manufacturing plant which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity, moving mechanical parts, risk of electric shock, toxic chemicals, fumes or airborne particles
• While performing duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, work on elevated platforms, talk, hear, see and work in confined spaces
• Occasionally may be asked required to life moderately heavy to heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) during the course of the workday
• Personal protective equipment is required on a regular basis, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety foot wear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and other protective equipment as required
• Will be required to work rotating shifts in a 24/7/365 operation
• Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing as allowed by state laws

What We Offer You

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $30.00 - $47.00/hour

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• 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.

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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.