Security Officer

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

Chino is an open-pit copper mining complex located 15 miles from the historic mining community of Silver City in southwestern New Mexico. The historic Chino mine was among the worlds first low-grade, open-pit copper mines. Today, the operation consists of a 36,000-metric-ton-per-day concentrator that produces copper and a 150-million-pound-per-year solvent extraction/electrowinning plant that produces copper cathode from solution generated by run-of-mine leaching.

The community of Silver City boasts various restaurants, arts, entertainment, cliff dwellings, festivals and much more. Residents and visitors enjoy gentle four seasons, with three hundred days of sunshine a year and low humidity. From unique shopping finds in the galleries to everyday groceries, schools and housing, there are numerous amenities for everyone. Visit Silver City to learn more.

What You Will Do

• Perform a variety of patrol, security, emergency response and customer service duties at assigned location.

• Greet and log in all visitors and vendors at entrance gate

• Notify appropriate personnel or department of arrival

• Direct visitors and vendors to destination

• Enforce company policies and procedures

• Perform frequent patrols of the property

• Walk, bicycles, or drives vehicle on irregularly scheduled rounds of property

• Observe conditions of equipment, grounds and facilities

• Pick up litter or debris as needed, or arranges clean-up with maintenance crews

• Report damages or areas in need of repair to the Maintenance Supervisor

• Conduct surveillance of locations or areas in which vandalism or criminal activities have been noted

• Assist with and trained for emergency situations

• Collaborate with police officers in the prevention of crime

• Work with fire response units for fire suppression, and with medical emergency response units in the event of emergency situations, at the assigned location

• Provide basic emergency medical response (e.g. performs CPR, gives basic first aid) when needed

• Perform other duties as required

What You Bring To Freeport

• Current CPR and first aid certifications, as required by specific site location
• Skilled in responding appropriately to emergency and conflict situations
• Knowledge of site rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Knowledgeable of the site topography and locations of emergency equipment and access points
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Preferred Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED

What We Offer You

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $16.50 - $22.00/hour. 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

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 HRSC@fmi.com.