Mine Technician - Autonomy

Job Description:

The Maintenance Dispatcher will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating all maintenance-related activities within the dispatch operations. The primary focus of this role is ensuring timely preventive maintenance, scheduling repairs, and maintaining accurate records to support the smooth operation of mine equipment. This position requires strong organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively with the maintenance and dispatch teams.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Track the status of all mine equipment, including trucks, shovels, and mobile units, to identify and coordinate necessary maintenance.
• Communicate with the maintenance team to ensure repairs and preventive maintenance (PM) are completed efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Schedule maintenance and update relevant teams on equipment availability and expected downtime.
• Monitor and update equipment logs, ensuring accuracy in tracking maintenance status and repair progress.
• Maintain up-to-date logs of all maintenance activities, including scheduled PM, breakdowns, and completed repairs.
• Generate daily reports on equipment availability and maintenance tasks, providing key insights into the health of mine equipment.
• Prepare and distribute long sheets and operator line-out sheets that include maintenance schedules and equipment statuses.
• Ensure all maintenance documentation is properly stored and accessible for future reference.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between dispatch and maintenance teams for any maintenance-related inquiries or updates.
• Provide clear communication to the maintenance team regarding equipment that requires servicing or is expected to go down for repairs.
• Ensure that the maintenance team is informed of any upcoming maintenance tasks or repairs, coordinating timelines to minimize equipment downtime.
• Work closely with maintenance supervisors to plan and schedule preventive maintenance tasks to ensure equipment remains in optimal working condition.
• Anticipate future maintenance needs by tracking equipment usage and performance trends.
• Coordinate with the maintenance team to ensure that all tools, parts and personnel are available for scheduled maintenance tasks.
• Manage the transitions between shifts by providing the oncoming team with up-to-date information on equipment status and maintenance activities.
• Update turnover sheets with accurate details on completed and pending maintenance tasks, ensuring smooth handover between shifts.
• Responsible for executing, supporting, and enforcing the Company's Environmental, Health and Safety program as required by OIS policy, directives, and principles.

Job Requirements:

Health and Safety Responsibilities:

• Set the workplace health and safety culture within control operations.
• Comply and adhere with all company policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Report autonomous related incidents as soon as practicable.
• Participate in safety enquiries, safety meetings, and site safety programs as and when required.
• Participate in workplace inspections as required.

Operations Management:

• Primarily responsible for the execution of the mine plan through the effective use of Command for Hauling system.
• Responsible for data accuracy.
• Responsible for the correct blend management in accordance with the mine plan.
• Monitor operations/processes and system performance to ensure key performance indicators are met.

Training and Assistance:

• Undertake training as required to gain new skills.
• Provide training and coaching where required to other personnel.

Performance Management:

• Prioritize work to meet shift objectives.
• Follow specific operating procedures.
• Complete and validate shift reports, shift handover, and document all issues requiring follow-up.
• Employ production efficient practices e.g.: decision support, travel progress, and status page.

Communication and Liaison:

• Prompt communication with affected parties when plans or decisions are modified.
• Ensure communication with peers, supervision, and other employees contribute to safe and harmonious working relationships.
• Follow direction of supervisor in emergency response situations.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• College diplomas or university degrees in a related field such as mine engineering, robotics, or autonomous systems are considered an asset.
• 3 or more years of experience in an open pit mining environment or autonomous operations environment.

• Strong understanding of equipment maintenance protocols in an industrial or mining environment.
• Excellent organizational

• Approachable, customer focused, and able to influence others – get work done through others and able to effectively manage up.
• Negotiation skills – ability to be able to achieve target outcomes in an environment of competing priorities.
• Organizational and priority setting – able to make complex decisions and prioritize outcome.
• Experience working with fleet management systems such as
  MineStar, Modular or similar systems.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Proficiency in using maintenance tracking systems and generating reports.
• Detail-oriented, with a strong focus on maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities.

Preferred:

• Advanced computer literacy.
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Sound knowledge of open pit mining fundamentals and autonomous mining operations.
• Previous exposure to Autonomous Mining Systems is highly desirable, but not essential.

Working Conditions:

• This role operates on a shift-based schedule, requiring coordination during both day and night shifts.
• Must be able to work closely with the maintenance team to ensure equipment is maintained and operational at all times.

At ASARCO LLC, “Safety First” is a core value. We are committed to ensuring employees work in the safest, most inclusive, and socially responsible manner possible. All employees must demonstrate a working knowledge of modern safety systems and prioritize safety in their roles.

Additional Information:

ASARCO LLC is an equal-opportunity employer. Candidates must hold a valid driver’s license. Employment offers are contingent upon passing a criminal background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screening.

ASARCO LLC provides a competitive benefits package, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, optional coverage, and a 401(k) plan with a company match.

Our Ray Mine is located 64 miles southeast of Phoenix and 70 miles northeast of Tucson. We offer a robust carpool/vanpool program, allowing employees to save more than 50% on commuting costs while enjoying a stress-free ride.