Process Automation Technician II: Morenci, AZ, US, 85540

Description

Work with limited supervision to provide technical knowledge and guidance assisting with maintenance and repair of automation systems and associated circuitry. Provides installation, diagnostics, repair and programming of industrial automation systems and equipment.

• Interface with staff engineers, external technical representatives, operations, and maintenance personnel. Provide automation system maintenance, electrical/instrumentation assistance, and associated programming for support.
• Provides installation, diagnostics, repair and programming of industrial automation equipment (i.e. instrumentation, industrial communications, DCS, HMI, PLC, PC
• interface, and third party equipment).
• Actively participates in safety and environmental programs and other programs determined by management.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

Minimum

• Completion of an approved certified electronics, electrical and/or instrumentation program or minimum of four (4) years experience in electrical and/or instrumentation repair and maintenance.
• Demonstrated Knowedge of Computer Applications and Networking
• Strong technical knowledge in electronic communications interfaces and protocols
• Ability to read, understand and apply information from technical manuals, prints, and schematics for trouble shooting and repair
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid State Drivers License
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to satisfy training, safety, and electronic message transmission policies of the company
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, rotating shifts and both scheduled and unscheduled

Preferred

• Associates of Applied Science Degree in a technical field
• HMI/PLC and/or DCS programming and troubleshooting experience
• Understanding of networking fundamentals
• Understanding of historical data collection systems
• Basic understanding of instrumentation
• Ability to identify electrical components within an enclosure to work safely
• Basic understanding of industrial networks and protocols
• In Depth understanding of how the control system’s actions impact the end user
• Electrical Safety Certification NFPA 70E
• Basic Process Knowledge in the mining industry

Criteria/Conditions

• This is a Safety sensitive role
• Work is performed in a mine or manufacturing plant which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity, moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, toxic chemicals, explosives, fumes or airborne particles.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, work on elevated platforms, talk, hear and see.
• Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy to heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) during the course of the workday.
• Personal protective equipment is required on a regular basis, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety foot wear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and other protective equipment as required.
• Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/ alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing. In order to receive full consideration for an interview, candidates must include all experience on their resume that indicates they have successfully met all the minimum requirements listed in this posting.
• Freeport-McMoRan is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.