Rio Tinto Hiring for Maintenance Craftsman Job at Salt Lake City, UT Full Time

Maintenance Craftsman (Craftsman C)

• Join a world leader in mining & processing offering outstanding personal development & career opportunities
• Learn and develop new skills and get exposure to a wide variety of equipment
• Work for a global company in a position is based in Salt Lake City, Utah

About the role

All progress begins with pioneers. At Rio Tinto, it begins with you.

We are looking for a Maintenance Craftsman (Craftsman C) to join the maintenance team at the Kennecott Concentrator.

In addition to paying competitively and providing great benefits packages, we want you to live the lifestyle that is right for you and your family. And because of our size and scale, there are many opportunities to learn, grow and do more than you ever thought possible.

Every hour of every shift, your safety and wellbeing is our number one priority. We do the work only if it is safe, and we invest to make sure every member of the team has the quality tools they need to do their job.

This role is a great opportunity for someone with experience in inspecting, repairing, replacing, installing, adjusting, and maintaining mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment and systems. Reporting to the Supervisor – Maintenance, you will be:

• Recognizing malfunctioning equipment and diagnosing problems
• Dismantling, cleaning, fabricating, repairing, replacing, lay out, installing, maintaining, assembling, adjusting, and lubricating all mobile, mechanical, plumbing and piping equipment
• Working in Concentrator or field, operating mobile, stationary and other plant equipment or machines to facilitate installation or repair.
• Perform rigging; driving truck or other mobile equipment to transport tools, materials, parts, and machinery
• Follow safety standards and process’ at all times in accordance with company HSEQ guidelines

What you will need for this role:

• High School diploma or Equivalent
• Pass a basic mechanical abilities practical test
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts (Days & Nights)

It will also be beneficial if you have:

• Industrial mechanical craftsman experience or Millwright Certification
• Pump rebuild and alignment experience
• Hydraulic experience
• Welding Skills

Experience in the mining industry isn’t essential – we will consider transferable skills from industries such as:

• Processing
• Mining
• Manufacturing
• Construction
• Agriculture
• Hospitality
• Hospitals, health care
• Airlines, other transportation
• Warehousing & logistics

Where you will be working

Rio Tinto Kennecott is a fully integrated mining operation located just outside Salt Lake City, Utah, US. Kennecott is a wholly owned subsidiary of Rio Tinto. For more than 110 years, Kennecott has been mining and processing minerals from the rich orebody of the Bingham Canyon Mine. Kennecott is a strong economic driver and strives to be a valuable community partner through strategic partnerships, charitable giving and sustainable development practices.

What we offer

Here is just a glimpse of our industry leading rewards package:

• A safety-focused and inclusive working environment
• A competitive salary package with quarterly incentive awards (EIP) for eligible employees
• Career development & education assistance to further your ambitions
• Access to top tier family-friendly health and medical programs
• Excellent retirement plan including 6% Retirement Contribution Plan
• Generous 401k matching program (company matched .50 per dollar up to 6% of your base pay)
• A comprehensive leave policy that covers all moments that matter in life (vacation/annual, paid parental leave, short term sick leave, paid holidays)
• Ongoing individual wellbeing support for you and your family for personal and professional matter
• Generous Rio Tinto employee share program

About us

As pioneers in mining and metals, we produce materials essential to human progress.

Our long history is filled with firsts. We’ve developed some of the world’s largest and best quality mines and operations, and our people work in around 35 countries across six continents. Aluminium and copper, diamonds, gold and industrial minerals, iron ore, coal and uranium: our materials make up the world around us. You’ll find them in smartphones, planes, cars, hospitals and throughout your home.

Creating an inclusive and diverse workforce

We are a diverse team of talented, enthusiastic individuals who foster a culture of inclusion. No matter how they may differ, our people share one thing in common. It’s a belief that work is more rewarding when we are accepted and valued for our differences, not judged by them. We all have something to contribute, and it’s this contribution that makes for a great organization and fulfilling career.

Apply today if you want to work with the latest technology and innovation, in an environment where we challenge you to drive positive change.

Please note, in order to be successfully considered for this role you must complete all pre-screening questions.