Hydromet Diagnostic Mechanic

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Tyrone is an open-pit copper mining complex located in Grant County, New Mexico – just 10 miles south of the historic mining community of Silver City. The copper processing facilities currently consist of a solvent extraction/electrowinning operation with an annual maximum capacity of approximately 100 million pounds of copper.

The community of Silver City boasts various restaurants, arts, entertainment, cliff dwellings, festivals and much more. Residents and visitors enjoy gentle four seasons, with three hundred days of sunshine a year and low humidity. From unique shopping finds in the galleries to everyday groceries, schools and housing, there are numerous amenities for everyone. Visit Silver City to learn more.

Highly skilled mechanic who safely perform diagnostic, maintenance and repair of equipment, pumps and systems in the Hydrometallurgical process and infrastructure.

• Performs component diagnostic, replacement and repairs on, but not limited to:
  Upenders, rigidizers, mixers, compressors, overhead cranes, fire systems, pump systems, and hydraulic systems. May also work on Pit dewatering systems.
• Performs mechanical and lubrication preventative maintenance by checking oil levels and changing oil, checks seals for leakage, grease, maintains compressors, checks filters ext.
• Performs the removal, repair and installation of piping and pump components, such as: valves, expansion joints, and check valves.
• May operate mobile equipment such as: hydro lifts, mobile cranes, forklifts, man lifts, overhead cranes, boom trucks and light duty vehicles.
• Performs welding (Mig, Tig, and Stick) on structures (stairways, guards and handrails, ext.) and equipment (piping, cathode press, upender, ext.)
• Prioritizes and makes decisions regarding equipment repair as needed.
• Mentors and trains other employees.
• Performs as a Fill-in Supervisor as required.
• Performs other duties as required.

• 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.
• Must 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 mechanical aptitude.
• FPM Diagnostic Mechanic I:
  The selected candidate shall demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and technical skills while achieving 35% score on a written assessment where required. This exam is based on technical skills/abilities and/or academic knowledge; as well as safety. Must be able to demonstrate proficient basic welding skills.
• Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures in English
• Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards
• Proficiency in welding/cutting (MIG, TIG, Stick)
• Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, pumps, welding, plumbing, blueprints, schematics, and fabrication
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair
• Knowledge of pumps (valves, expansion joints, check valves) and ability to repair them

• High School Diploma or GED

• This is a Safety sensitive role
• Work may be performed in a manufacturing plant which may include exposure to…