Field​/Pump Maintenance Helper

At Climax Molybdenum, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production, and supports a culture founded on our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and employees are empowered to grow in their career.

Where You Will Work:
Climax Molybdenum is the world’s leading producer of molybdenum with operations near Leadville, Kremmling and Empire in Colorado. Employees required to work on‑site are eligible for a  1,450 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines.

Semi-skilled employee who, under direct supervision, safely assists with maintenance, installation and repair of pump systems and associated equipment.

• Assists mechanics with maintenance activities including the removal, repair and installation of pumps, pipelines, fire water systems, interceptor wells, potable water systems, hydraulic systems and their associated parts
• Assists with and performs mechanical and lubrication preventative maintenance on pumping systems by checking bearings, grease and purge, motor temperature, coupling temperature, adjusting packing, checking for visual and vibration signs of breakdown
• Responsible for maintaining work orders and performing work area inspections and housekeeping
• May perform welding (Stick, Mig, Intershield, Drisco Fusion) and basic fabrication of brackets, headers and other related components
• May operate equipment such as trucks, bobcats, forklifts, mobile cranes, backhoes, loaders, road graders and small mobile equipment
• Perform other duties as required

• Valid driver's license
• 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, procedures, and applicable safety standards
• Ability to work and effectively communicate with others in a team environment
• Demonstrate safety as a core value
• Must have completed academic and practical competencies required (including Line of Progression requirements, where applicable) 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.

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous mine experience
• Previous experience with pumps, piping and related systems
• Experience operating various types of mobile equipment
• Basic computer skills

• 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
• Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment
• This is a safety‑sensitive role
• 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
• Work is performed in a mining or industrial environment which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity, moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, toxic chemicals, explosives, fumes or airborne particles
• Occasionally may be asked to lift moderately heavy to heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) during the course of the workday
• Will be required to work rotating shifts in a 24/7/365 operation
• Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, manufacturing or plant environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel‑toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required
• Freeport‑Mc Mo Ran  promotes a drug/alcohol‑free work environment through the use of mandatory pre‑employment drug testing and ongoing random drug testing as allowed by applicable state laws

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $…