Mine Electrician

Company Background and Culture:

Florence Copper is in the historic Copper Corridor of Arizona – a region steeped in copper mining history. The project offers a unique opportunity to provide strong economic benefits to the community of Florence and the State of Arizona with minimal environmental impact using the in-situ copper recovery process.  During its lifetime, Florence Copper is estimated to create close to 500 jobs for Pinal County and generate $3.4 billion in economic activity for the State of Arizona. 

Florence Copper is expected to have the lowest energy and greenhouse gas-intensity (GHG) of any copper producer in North America and will reduce the United States’ reliance on foreign producers for a metal considered to be critical for the transition to a low-carbon economy. 

Florence Copper is a wholly owned subsidiary of Taseko Mines Limited which is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. Taseko is also the operator and 75% owner of the Gibraltar copper/molybdenum mine in Canada and various other development projects. For more information on Florence Copper and Taseko visit our website at www.tasekomines.com.

Key Responsibilities:
We are looking for an Electrician at our Florence, Arizona site.  Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, the Electrician occupies a safety sensitive position and is responsible for troubleshooting electrical problems, repair, and overhaul of electrical equipment and controls.
 
Specific Responsibilities Include:
•    Install, repair, and maintain electrical equipment and components in an industrial setting.
•    Observe safety rules and procedures and meet electrical codes.
•    Perform equipment troubleshooting, quality testing and inspections.
•    Make decisions based upon technical documents and electrical knowledge.
•    Work independently or as part of a team to complete tasks and projects.
•    Assist other maintenance and/or operations employees as may be required.
 
Education and Work Experience:
•    3+ years of proven electrical experience in an industrial or process environment.  Maintenance experience at SXEW, wellfield, or water treatment facilities is preferred.
•    Diagnostic instrumentation certification and/or experience is desirable.
•    Associate’s degree in electrical related field highly desirable.
•    Journeyman level or completion of an electrical apprenticeship program preferred.

 Skills and Competencies:
•    Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (including Word, Excel, and Outlook), Adobe Acrobat, Internet highly desirable.
•    Strong verbal and written communications skills.
•    Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage and prioritize several assignments at one time.
•    Experience in collecting and entering data.
•    Knowledge of electrical systems, hand tools and industrial equipment.
•    Awareness of national, state, and local electrical codes.
•    Ability to read schematics, blueprints, and other technical documents.
•    Willingness to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting heavy objects, climbing stairs/ladders, etc.
•    Good interpersonal skills.
•    Self-motivated, managing multiple projects and activities.
•    Applicable safety (OSHA or MSHA) training/certificates.
 
Work Environment:
•  This position will include some office work, but some work will be performed in all-weather conditions both outdoors, and in a plant setting.
•  While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs, and lift up to 50 pounds.
•   Must work in compliance with the Florence Copper (OSHA) site safety program.
•   Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in the plant environment.