SXEW Operations LaborerASARCO

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  • Not-remote
  • Full-time
  • Total comp
    Expected total yearly pay with bonus and equity at target, including any base pay.
  • Salary
  • Kearny, AZ

Job Summary

POSITION OVERVIEW

This is an entry-level position requiring the ability to perform physically demanding duties in a copper mining environment. The SXEW Laborer is expected to perform general laborer duties in the SXEW Department. 

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Perform housekeeping and shoveling.
  • Wash floors with a hi-pressure water hose.
  • Operate forklift.
  • Operate overhead crane.
  • Bundle copper cathodes.
  • Correct and/or report any observed safety hazards and housekeeping issues. 
  • Make adjustments to offsite pumping stations when needed.
  • Handle and maintain stainless steel blanks and lead anodes.
  • Complete equipment pre-operation inspections.
  • Inspect fire extinguishers and eye wash stations for operability.
  • Work safely and obey all established safety and health policies.
  • Responsible for executing, supporting, and enforcing the Company's Environmental, Health and Safety program as required by OIS policy, directives, and principles.

 

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

  • Learn to buff and straighten stainless steel cathode blanks.
  • Become proficient in the operation of the HDPE fusing machine.
  • Become proficient in the operation of forklifts, overhead cranes and stripping machines.
  • Become knowledgeable about SX, EW and leaching operations to be ready to qualify for promotions as vacancies occur.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Requires working a 12-hour rotating shift schedule.  Working holidays and overtime may be necessary.
  • Requires wearing personal protective equipment as required to minimize health exposure in mining environment.
  • Requires working in adverse climate/temperature environment.
  • Must wear a respirator in conditions of fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation.
  • Must be able to work from verbal communication and be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and standard operating procedures.
  • Must be able to lift moderately heavy objects, climb a ladder and stand for extended periods of time.
  • Must be able to work in confined spaces.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Must have a High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
  • Must have a valid driver’s license.

ASARCO LLC provides equal opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, actual or perceived disability, military status, veteran status, marital status, familial status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by local, state, or federal law(s).

 

Candidates must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and pre-employment physical including a drug screen.

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