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Process Automation Technician I

Freeport-McMoRan
Fort Madison, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/29/2025

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At Climax Molybdenum, 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

Located on the banks of the Mississippi River in southeast Iowa, Fort Madison’s conversion capabilities provide Climax Molybdenum Company, a subsidiary of Freeport-McMoRan, with the world’s premier source for upgraded molybdenum chemical products.

Fort Madison boasts diverse recreational activities year-round – from biking along scenic trails and birdwatching, to boating and fishing in abundant waters, to camping under the stars and horseback riding. The town’s attractive parks, lush green spaces for picnicking, disc golf course, Santa Fe Swing Span bridge, Old Fort Madison site and the serene Riverview Park along the Mississippi river make it an ideal place, with something fun for everyone. Additionally, if you leave Fort Madison at breakfast, you can arrive in Kansas City and Chicago before lunch! Visit to learn more.

What You Will Do

  • Interface between staff engineers, external technical representatives, operations, and maintenance personnel.
  • Assists in installation, diagnostics, and maintenance of industrial automation equipment (i.e. instrumentation, industrial communications, process control systems, and third-party equipment).
  • Actively participates in safety and environmental programs and other programs determined by management.
  • Perform other duties as required.

What You Bring To Freeport

  • Two years’ experience relevant to electrical and / or instrumentation repair and maintenance in an industrial setting.
  • Must have completed academic and practical competencies required (this includes Line of Progression requirements for internal employees where LOP Exists) and have experience demonstrating the required aptitude. The selected candidate shall demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and skills while also passing a written assessment where required. This exam is based on skills / abilities and / or academic knowledge, as well as safety.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Process control systems experience.
  • What We Offer You

    The estimated pay range for this role is currently  $28.50 - $38.50 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. to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role.

  • Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • 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
  • 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, -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 .

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