Home
/
Comprehensive
/
Mill Operator Trainee
Mill Operator Trainee-December 2024
Climax
Dec 3, 2025
About Mill Operator Trainee

  Mill Operator Trainee

  Requisition ID: 128812

  Location:

  Climax, CO, US, 80429

  Category: Operations

  Share this Job

  Why You Should Apply For This Job:

  Climax Molybdenum is the world’s leading producer of molybdenum and has a long, successful history of doing business in a safe, highly efficient and socially responsible manner. We have operated in Colorado for more than 100 years and today have mining and milling operations near Leadville, Kremmling and Empire. Our Climax mine is located between Frisco and Leadville. Our Henderson mine and mill are an hour’s drive apart – separated by the Continental Divide and a 15-mile conveyor system (10 miles is underground). The Henderson mine is about 50 miles west of Denver and 10 miles west of Empire, and the mill is located between Dillon and Kremmling.

  Climax Molybdenum has the assets, drive and financial strength to provide attractive and rewarding careers. Take time to explore the opportunity to advance your career at one of our sites – the Climax mine and the Henderson mine and / or mill. Live life at the top!

  Description

  Semi-skilled employees that will operate industrial concentrator equipment. Employees will work under general supervision in a fast-paced environment and will be expected to learn quickly to operate areas of the concentrator autonomously. Employees will be tasked with making guided decisions to support the primary objective of safe production.

  Maintain and operate concentrator equipment

  Perform detailed inspections of operating equipment and operational areas

  Assist with maintenance activities

  Complete area housekeeping duties

  Learn and understand basic metallurgical milling principles

  Perform other tasks as assigned

  Qualifications

  Minimum Requirements:

  Three (3) months work experience

  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 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.

  Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards

  Knowledge of milling, crushing and conveying equipment. Including operating parameters, limits and functionality of equipment

  Criteria/Conditions:

  Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, manufacturing or plant environment, including hart 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-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going random drug testing as allowed by applicable state laws

  At Freeport, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, rewards value and impact, and encourages safe production. Benefits and compensation are foundational elements of this package, along with career development opportunities, job progression and a culture supported by our core values, among others. Learn more at:FCX Jobs - Working Here (https://jobs.fcx.com/content/Working-Here/?locale=en_US)

  Benefits:

  We provide an industry-leading benefits package with some of the lowest cost to employees – offering health, wellness, life insurance, paid time off, retirement savings and more. These benefits are available to you and your dependents starting day one. Our comprehensive benefits program is important to how we support the health and wellness of employees and their families. For further benefits information please click here: Benefits Details (https://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/doc/custom/freeportmc/benefits_overview%202023_FINAL.pdf)

  Compensation:

  The estimated pay range for this role is currently $20.00 - $26.50/hour . This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process. To view an example of a Total Rewards Estimate for this role click here: Total Rewards Estimate (http://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/doc/custom/freeportmc/CO_Total_Rewards_Estimate_1_3.pdf)

  Safety / Work Conditions:

  Candidates will be required to participate in a post-offer, pre-employment medical examination for the following positions which may have essential job duties that can impact both their own safety and the safety of others:

  Site-based positions, or positions which require unescorted access to site-based operational areas, which are held by employees who are required to receive MSHA, OSHA, DOT, HAZWOPER and/or Hazard Recognition Training; or

  Positions which are held by employees who operate equipment, machinery or motor vehicles in furtherance of performing the essential functions of their job duties, including operating motor vehicles while on Company business or travel (for this purpose “motor vehicles” includes Company owned or leased motor vehicles and personal motor vehicles used by employees in furtherance of Company business or while on Company travel).

  Equal Opportunity Employer

  Please be advised that Freeport-McMoRan w ill never request payment for job-related expenses from applicants. If you receive any suspicious emails, please disregard them, and report the incident to [email protected] .

Comments
Welcome to zdrecruit comments! Please keep conversations courteous and on-topic. To fosterproductive and respectful conversations, you may see comments from our Community Managers.
Sign up to post
Sort by
Show More Comments
SIMILAR JOBS
Division Administrative Assistant
Behind every great deal at ALDI are people working to bring it all together. Our team of administrative professionals tackle the ins and outs of running a well-oiled business as they collaborate and
Operating Room Nurse
Description Introduction Do you want to be appreciated daily? Our nurses are celebrated for being on the front line, empathetic for patients. At Surgical Park Center our nurses set us apart from any
Director of Business Solutions and Innovation - MNIT Division Manager 1
Working Title: Director of Business Solutions and Innovation Job Class: MNIT Division Manager 1 Agency: Minnesota IT Services Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers Date Posted : 1/20/2024
Assistant, Associate, Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery
University of KentuckyEqual Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleAssistant, Associate, Professor in the Department of NeurosurgeryRe
Hmong Contract Interpreter
At Propio Language Services we are closing the language gap by connecting people anywhere and anytime through innovative technology and solutions. Founded in 1998 Propio Language Services provides cr
Apprentice Civil Engineer (Level 3)
Your Impact: At Jacobs we’re all about challenging today to reinvent tomorrow! Start your career with a company that inspires you to deliver your best work so you can grow and succeed! The biggest qu
Assistant, Associate or Professor in Trauma Surgery
University of KentuckyEqual Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleAssistant, Associate or Professor in Trauma SurgeryRequisition Numb
Agricultural Sales Representative - Yorkton
Agriterra Equipment is one of North America's largest AGCO dealers. Representing exceptional brands, including Massey Ferguson, Fendt, Rogator, Bourgault, Morris, and Cub Cadet. Agriterra is also the
Business Readiness Consultant (Remote)
Resp & Qualifications PURPOSE: The Business Consultant (Business Readiness) provides expertise in tailored, strategic, and critical work to help design, launch, and execute programs that support
Senior Software Engineer, Data Science
LinkedIn is the world’s largest professional network, built to help members of all backgrounds and experiences achieve more in their careers. Our vision is to create economic opportunity for every me
Copyright 2023-2025 - www.zdrecruit.com All Rights Reserved