Environmental Scientist or Engineer I

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Where You Will Work

Our Miami smelter and rod plant is nestled just 90 miles east of Phoenix. The smelter processes copper concentrate primarily from our company’s Arizona copper mines and is the most significant source of sulphuric acid for our North American leaching operations.

Arizona’s Globe-Miami historic mining district offers natural beauty and a rich mining heritage. The Tri-Town of Globe, Claypool and Miami offers convenient shopping locales, including Walmart, Safeway, Fry’s and other local stores.

Here, our employees and their families can connect with the outdoors and enjoy the family-friendly atmosphere. Visit Globe-Miami.com) to learn more.

Description

Under close supervision, assists in providing technical support and guidance for environmental projects and programs at assigned site.

• Assists in installation, operation, and maintenance of environmental monitoring instruments and testing equipment
• Analyzes data for compliance with regulatory requirements
• Evaluates and assesses environmental risk and assists in developing programs for risk reduction
• Participates in regular audits and inspections of operations areas for purposes of ensuring compliance with regulatory programs, site environmental policies, procedures and requirements of the Environmental Management System
• Collaborates in recommending appropriate action to management in compliance with regulations
• Prepares and maintains detailed records and files of environmental data and communications
• Develops and maintains basic working knowledge of national, regional, and local environmental occupation health and other applicable regulations
• Develops a basic knowledge of site environmental policies and procedures
• Coordinates the timely recycling and disposition of materials and other company assets in compliance with applicable legal and other requirements
• Tracks and reports the recycling and disposition of materials and other company assets as directed
• May provide leadership to technicians as assigned
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum :

• Environmental Scientist I :
• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Technology, Earth Science or related Natural Science (such as Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Hydrology, Forestry, Agriculture, Meteorology, Environmental / Natural Resource Management), or Mathematics / Computer Science including Accounting and Finance, Business Management or other Bachelor's degree
• Environmental Engineer I :
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Environmental, Civil, Chemical, Agricultural, Mining, Metallurgical, Geological or similar)
• Applies to both positions above :
• Additional certification or licensure appropriate to the job may be required or preferred (US examples include : HAZWOPER, Method 9, DOT, EMS Auditor, Asbestos, Water Treatment Operator, or CHMM)

Preferred :

• Basic familiarity with water management at an industrial facility.
• Basic knowledge of environmental compliance, permitting, incident investigating and reporting protocols.
• General knowledge of state and federal environmental programs such as; APP, Clean Water Act, (MSGP), Safe Drinking Water Act, SPCC, EPCRA, and RCRA.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to evaluate and implement new methods and techniques for operational improvement.
• Ability to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions.
• Basic knowledge / experience with GIS.
• Bachelor’s degree in appropriate Engineering discipline (such as Environmental engineering / science, geology, hydrogeology, natural resource sciences or related area) or equivalent education and experience.

What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $72,000-$98,000 . 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.

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• 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

Please be advised that Freeport-McMoRan will 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] .