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Mine Operator

Job in Sahuarita, Pima County, Arizona, 85629, USA
Listing for: Hudbay Minerals U.S. Business Unit
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-14
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Heavy Equipment Operator, Construction Labor & Trades, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 52000 - 76000 USD Yearly USD 52000.00 76000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Mine Operator I

About Hudbay

Hudbay (TSX, NYSE: HBM) is a copper‑focused mining company with three long‑life operations and a world‑class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier‑one mining‑friendly jurisdictions of Canada, Peru and the United States.

Role Title

Mine Operator I

Direct Reports

No

Job Type

Full‑time, Regular

Location

Helvetia, AZ

About Hudbay

Hudbay (TSX, NYSE: HBM) is a copper‑focused mining company with three long‑life operations and a world‑class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier‑one mining‑friendly jurisdictions of Canada, Peru and the United States. Hudbay’s operating portfolio includes the Constancia mine in Cusco (Peru), the Snow Lake operations in Manitoba (Canada) and the Copper Mountain mine in British Columbia (Canada). Copper is the primary metal produced by the company, which is complemented by meaningful gold production.

Hudbay’s growth pipeline includes the Copper World project in Arizona, the Mason project in Nevada (United States), the Llaguen project in La Libertad (Peru) and several expansion and exploration opportunities near its existing operations. The value Hudbay creates and the impact it has is embodied in its purpose statement: “We care about our people, our communities and our planet. Hudbay provides the metals the world needs.

We work sustainably, transform lives and create better futures for communities.” Hudbay’s mission is to create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging its core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.

Mission

To create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging our core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.

NOTE:

This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Role Accountabilities
  • Operate Heavy equipment to support the construction of exploration drill pad sites
  • Operate Heavy equipment to support the construction of various projects around the site
  • Operate Heavy equipment such as track dozer, water trucks, haul trucks, backhoe, telehandler, skid steer
  • Responsible for understanding changes to assigned work areas and any potential hazards
  • Responsible for understanding equipment components and practices that reduce component damage and wear
  • May perform minor maintenance activities
  • Build / Maintain new and existing exploration drill pads throughout site
  • Work on various small earthwork projects around the site
  • Work with the training department to help train new operators
  • Help with various other projects as needed
Minimum Qualifications And Education
  • High School diploma or GED
  • Three years’ experience in the Mining industry
  • Two years’ experience operating heavy machinery building roads/ pads /earthwork projects
  • Ability to achieve Caterpillar certification for operating a backhoe, water truck, and tractor
  • Ability to operate Heavy Equipment
  • Ability to work & multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment
  • Strong work ethic
  • Ability to work in extreme outdoor weather conditions – temperatures may exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit
  • Ability to lift 50lbs
  • Can move over uneven terrain
  • Ability to work up to a 12‑hour shift
  • Maintain a drug and alcohol‑free workplace
  • Have reliable personal transportation to the site location (transportation at the site will be in company vehicles)
  • Possess a valid Driver’s License
Preferred Qualifications
  • Current MSHA
  • Current Caterpillar certifications

NOTE:

This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Other Requirements

Physical – The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The…

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