Mill Diagnostic Electrician - Climax Mine - Leadville, CO at Climax

Climax Molybdenum Co., a subsidiary of Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc., is the worlds leading molybdenum producer and supplier. Our global operations include both primary and byproduct molybdenum mines, integrated global operations, and local customer care. We provide our worldwide partners with the most reliable supply and highest quality molybdenum and rhenium products. As a core value, we pledge to continuously improve in meeting our commitment to work in the most safe, inclusive, environmentally and socially responsible manner practicable. Safety and health initiatives, both on and off the job, are a critically important investment in our employees.

We offer outstanding opportunities for individuals seeking a challenging, exciting and rewarding work environment for a company that supplies molybdenum to a world that continues to seek quality-of-life improvements.A world of opportunities is available to individuals who share in our commitments.


This position is located at the Climax Mine site off of CO-91 between Silverthorne, CO and Leadville, CO. Please click here to see the location on a map: www.mapquest.com/maps?city=Climax&state=CO


This is a rural, alpine area approximately 2 hours from the Denver metropolitan area. The mine is at an altitude of approximately 10,200 feet. In the winter the average high temperature is 31 degrees and the average low is 3 degrees. In the summer the average high temperature is 71 degrees and the average low is 38 degrees. The average snowfall in Lake/Chafee counties is in excess of 200 inches per year.

Highly skilled workers in the electrical/instrumentation craft who perform at or above a journeyman level including but not limited to removal, repair and installation of electrical components, electrical systems analysis and diagnosis, advanced troubleshooting and systems/process optimization. Employees may mentor or train other electrical employees. Employee will work under minimal supervision where the primary objective is safe production.

• Removal, repair and installation of electrical components, electrical systems, analysis and diagnosis, advanced troubleshooting and systems/process optimization. May mentor or train other electrical workers
  
• Safe completion of routine and non-routine repairs and construction
  
• Perform preventative maintenance, installation, repair and troubleshooting of industrial electrical and/or instrumentation equipment (i.e.: substations, power distribution systems, switchgear motors, motor controls, systems and components, process controls, instrumentation and pneumatic equipment)
  
• Must have strong knowledge in the maintenance and troubleshooting of: Ac/DC drives, PLCs, overhead cranes, management control systems, calibration of field transmitters/transducers and weigh scales, and low and medium voltage equipment
  
• Ability to perform installations and renovations compliant with regulatory agency standards
  
• Follows 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
  

 Requirements

• Completion of an approved certified electronics, electrical, and/or instrumentation program OR minimum of four (4) years of experience OR a combination of education and experience in industrial electrical and/or instrumentation repair and maintenance
• Experience in troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of electrical circuits and connected equipment, including the ability to read, understand, and apply information from technical manuals, prints, and schematics for troubleshooting and repair
• Valid state drivers license
• Effective written, verbal, and communication skills to satisfy training, safety, and electronic message transmission policies of the company
• Must have minimum personal tools as described by the department tool list (or be able to obtain them within 90 days of hire date)
• Able to perform the essential functions of the job at the time of the job offer with or without reasonable accommodations

Country: USA, State: Colorado, City: Climax, Company: Freeport-McMoRan Copper and Gold.