The posting
We are seeking candidates with experience in surface mining, mine operations, dispatch, maintenance planning, fleet management, control room operations, surveying, engineering support, or autonomous systems. Successful candidates will be able to interpret operational plans, production schedules, maintenance plans, and technical documentation while supporting the safe and efficient operation of autonomous haulage systems.
- Controller
- Builder
- Maintenance Controller
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with MineStar Command for Hauling or other Autonomous Haulage Systems (AHS).
- Technical diploma, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in Mining, Engineering, Surveying, GIS, Robotics, Autonomous Systems, Information Technology, Operations Management, or a related field.
- Experience interpreting operational plans, production schedules, maintenance plans, and technical documentation.
- Previous leadership, supervisory, lead, or coordinating experience.
Desired Skills
- Strong safety leadership, risk management, and situational awareness.
- Operational decision-making and troubleshooting capabilities.
- Analytical skills, including data analysis, reporting, and performance monitoring.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective communication and stakeholder collaboration.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adapt to changing operational conditions.
- Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Depending on assignment and position level, responsibilities may include:
- Support the safe and efficient operation of autonomous haulage systems and related mining technologies.
- Monitor autonomous fleet performance, equipment status, production activities, and operational conditions.
- Coordinate maintenance activities, equipment availability, and repair scheduling.
- Maintain and update operational systems, virtual mine models, haul routes, work areas, and traffic management controls.
- Monitor system performance and identify opportunities to improve safety, reliability, productivity, and efficiency.
- Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve operational or system-related issues.
- Analyze operational data and prepare reports, documentation, and shift handovers.
- Collaborate with field personnel, supervisors, maintenance teams, and technical support groups.
- Assist in implementing operational plans, production targets, and autonomous system enhancements.
- Support emergency response activities, system recovery efforts, and operational change management.
- Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibilities
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to workplace safety and environmental stewardship.
- Comply with all company policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and Autonomous Operating Zone (AOZ) standards.
- Participate in safety meetings, inspections, risk assessments, and incident investigations, as required.
- Immediately report safety concerns, incidents, and operational hazards.
- Support safe interactions between autonomous and manned equipment operating within the mine environment.
Qualifications
Required
- Experience in surface mining, mine operations, dispatch, maintenance planning, fleet management, control room operations, surveying, engineering support, or autonomous systems.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Strong computer skills and ability to learn multiple software and monitoring systems.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Strong problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment.
- Valid driver's license.
Preferred
- Experience with MineStar Command for Hauling or other Autonomous Haulage Systems (AHS).
- Technical diploma, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in Mining, Engineering, Surveying, GIS, Robotics, Autonomous Systems, Information Technology, Operations Management, or a related field.
- Experience interpreting operational plans, production schedules, maintenance plans, and technical documentation.
- Previous leadership, supervisory, lead, or coordinating experience.
Desired Skills
- Strong safety leadership, risk management, and situational awareness.
- Operational decision-making and troubleshooting capabilities.
- Analytical skills, including data analysis, reporting, and performance monitoring.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective communication and stakeholder collaboration.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adapt to changing operational conditions.
- Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on operational excellence.
Working Conditions
- Position operates in a 24/7 mining environment.
- Ability to work rotating shifts, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.
- Work may be performed in a control room environment, office setting, and/or active mine site.
- Occasional travel throughout operational areas of the mine may be required.
ASARCO LLC provides equal opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, familial status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by local, state, or federal law(s).
Candidates must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and pre-employment physical including a drug screen.
