Sr Technical Instructor/Facilitator - Mine Operations

At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career. Apply Today!      

Where You Will Work   

Looking to live in a small town with big opportunities? Our Bagdad operations in Arizona offers housing at a subsidized rate, a family-friendly atmosphere and numerous amenities including an aquatic center, golf course and fitness center. Located 100 miles northwest of Phoenix, Bagdad is home to the world's first commercial - scale concentrate leach processing facility, as well as one of the longest continuously operating solvent extraction/electrowinning plants in the world.  Visit the  Bagdad town website to learn more.

What You Will Do

This role develops employees’ skills in safety compliance and advanced operations through technical training that combines pre-developed materials with practical expertise. Training is primarily hands-on in simulated or field settings, supported by limited classroom instruction, ensuring engagement and adherence to regulatory and internal standards. It also assesses and affirms on-the-job performance using standardized tools and contributes to a collaborative team focused on workforce capability and safe, effective job performance. Deliver simulation-based and hands-on training to build complex competencies, assess performance using standardized tools, and align learning with business goals. Provide technical support to resolve equipment and systems issues and ensure training meets expectations. Facilitate compliance and technical training in classroom settings and document results in the LMS. Mentor instructors and contribute to the development of competency-based materials. Participate in train-the-trainer programs and continuous improvement efforts.

What You Bring To Freeport

• High School Diploma or GED

AND

• Ten years of directly related work experience and technical competence equivalent to an experienced operator or journeyman

OR

• Bachelor’s degree and five years of directly related work experience
• Proven computer literacy including MS Office and Windows
• Demonstrated behaviors aligned with technical training values and company policies
• Skill in analytical thinking
• Desire and willingness to learn and grow
• Passion for developing others
• Experience mentoring, coaching, training, and assessing in field environments
• Effective communication skills in English
• Ability to understand and apply verbal and written safety-related instructions in English
• Master tradesperson certification or license preferred
• Experience in adult education or corporate training preferred
• Experience in mining, manufacturing, or industrial environments preferred
• Familiarity with MSHA or OSHA safety standards preferred
• Prior exposure to a Learning Management System (LMS) preferred
• Familiarity with competency-based training models preferred
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred
• MSHA Blue Card Certified preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Recent experience operating production drills, including PV271 and T50 drill platforms.
• Demonstrated knowledge of drilling practices, drilling performance optimization, pre-operational inspections, and troubleshooting common drilling issues.
• Experience operating over-the-road heavy trucks with a current Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred.
• Experience operating Rotary Track Drills (RTD) in a surface mining environment.
• Proficient in the operation of track dozers.
• Experience operating motor graders.
• Experience operating small loaders and other mobile equipment used in mining and construction environments.
• Previous experience providing on-the-job training, coaching, mentoring, or skills verification for equipment operators.
• MSHA instructor experience, task training experience, or workforce development/training experience preferred.

• Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to employees with varying levels of experience and skill.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and electronic training record systems.

What We Offer You 

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $42.00 - 58.00hour. 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. Click here to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role.  

• Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits  
• Company-paid life and disability insurance  
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match  
• Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave  
• Tuition assistance  
• Employee Assistance Program  
• Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home and vehicle  
• Internal progression opportunities  
• Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!  

What We Require   

• Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam.  
• Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing.  
• Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, which may include shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365-day operation.  
• Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws.  

Equal Opportunity Employer  

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