Wellfield Operator

Wellfield Operator

Position at Florence Copper

Job Title: Wellfield Operator - Department: Wellfield

Reports to: Wellfield Manager - Location: Florence, AZ

Position Overview:

The Wellfield Operator plays a key role in the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of the in-situ recovery (ISR) wellfield. This position involves monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining the wellfield systems that deliver and recover process solutions. The ideal candidate has a background in mechanical systems, electrical equipment, and instrumentation, ensuring optimal performance of pumps, valves, pipelines, and process control systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and operate wellfield systems, including injection and recovery wells, pumps, flow meters, and pipelines.
• Perform daily inspections to ensure safe and efficient operation of wellfield facilities.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation issues with well pumps, control panels, valves, and transmitters.
• Work closely with maintenance departments, the control room, and wellfield operations group to keep wellfield running optimally.
• Calibrate and maintain flow meters, pressure sensors, and other field instruments to ensure accurate data collection.
• Collect operational data and maintain detailed logs for production tracking and reporting.
• Assist with wellfield expansions, including installation of piping, pumps, electrical connections, and instrumentation systems.
• Comply with all safety, environmental, and operational procedures to maintain regulatory compliance.
• Respond to alarms and emergencies in a timely and professional manner.
• Operator will be responsible for collecting and documenting samples to be delivered to the lab.

Qualifications & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required; technical diploma or associate degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Instrumentation Technology preferred.
• Minimum 12 years of experience in a mining, industrial, or processing environment.
• Basic understanding of pumps, motors, valves, PLC systems, and instrumentation controls.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to read P&IDs, electrical schematics, and technical manuals.
• Basic understanding of VFDs, flow and pressure transmitters, and automated control systems.
• Use computer skills to troubleshoot wellfield systems and assist in control room operations.
• Must be able to work in varying weather conditions and occasionally perform physically demanding tasks.
• Valid driver's license required; ability to work rotating shifts as needed.

Core Competencies:

• Safety-first mindset
• Technical problem-solving
• Strong communication and teamwork
• Attention to detail
• Reliability and self-motivation
• Strong computer skills are an asset

Why Join Us:

Be part of a skilled operations team driving innovation in environmentally responsible in-situ resource recovery. You'll gain hands-on experience across mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines while supporting a critical phase of our production process.