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Role Title:

Mine, Project Laborer I

Reports to:

Project Supervisor I

Direct Reports:

No

Job Type:

Full-time, Regular

Location:

Helvetia, AZ

About Hudbay:

Hudbay (TSX, NYSE: HBM) is a copper-focused mining company with three long-life operations and a world-class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier-one mining-friendly jurisdictions of Canada, Peru and the United States.

Hudbay’s operating portfolio includes the Constancia mine in Cusco (Peru), the Snow Lake operations in Manitoba (Canada) and the Copper Mountain mine in British Columbia (Canada). Copper is the primary metal produced by the company, which is complemented by meaningful gold production. Hudbay’s growth pipeline includes the Copper World project in Arizona, the Mason project in Nevada (United States), the Llaguen project in La Libertad (Peru) and several expansion and exploration opportunities near its existing operations.

The value Hudbay creates and the impact it has is embodied in its purpose statement: “We care about our people, our communities and our planet. Hudbay provides the metals the world needs. We work sustainably, transform lives and create better futures for communities.” Hudbay’s mission is to create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging its core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.

Mission:

To create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging our core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.

This role will be located at the Copper World Project, approximately 45 minutes southwest of Tucson near Sahuarita, Arizona.

Purpose of Role:

Reporting to Mine, Project Supervisor, the Mine, Project Laborer I is an entry-level position that will be critical in supporting mining operations on varies projects around our Copper World Mine Site. The laborer will be responsible for handling light-duty power tools and hand tools.

The first project - (Fencing Project) will include assisting in the installation & maintenance around our Copper World Mine site. This project will ensure the safety and security of our critical minerals (Copper), equipment, buildings and most importantly our employees. The position involves inclosing 4,500+ acres to safety standards.

• Installation – measures/marks property lines/post placement, dig holes, sets poles, mixes concrete, installs (terminal post, line post, tension bands, chain link fence, brace bands, eye post, tie downs, top rails, etc.).

This role will be located at the Copper World Project, approximately 45 minutes southwest of Tucson near Sahuarita, Arizona.

Roll Accountabilities:

• Assist varies projects determined by the project supervisor
• Complete daily tasks issued by the project supervisor
  1. Site Maintenance:
     • site preparation, construction, and maintenance of all projects (worksites)
     • set up and teardown of projects (worksites)
     • assist with upkeeping of projects: offices/workshop facilities.
     • pioneer, dig trenches, backfill, maintain roads & surface facilities.
     • keep projects free of hazards
  2. Logistics & Support:
     • load, unload, sort, stack & move materials, tools, supplies and equipment.
  3. Tools/Equipment:
     • drills, impact drivers, hammer drill, impact wrench, circular saw, reciprocating saw, angle grinder, nail gun, demolition hammer, etc.
     • operating light machinery (skid steers, mini-excavators, forklifts, telehandlers, plate compactors, concrete mixers, light towers, etc.)
     • operate, clean, and perform basic maintenance on hand/power tools and machinery.
  4. Safety & Compliance:
     • Must wear PPE (hard hat, steel toe boots, gloves, safety glasses, etc.)
     • Install safety barriers, berms, directional flagging, barricades, etc.
     • Asses task hazards and add mitigative controls

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Authorization to work in U.S
• Must have a clean driving record, role requires you to drive company vehicles (company must be able to insure you)
• No prior formal experience in Mining or Labor work is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in fencing installation and maintenance in a plus.
• Previous experience with tape measure, level, digging tools, pliers, cure cutters, fence stretcher, cable grip, piper wrench, hacksaw, pipe cutter, rachet & sockets, drill, impact driver, augers, post pounder, come along winches, etc.
• Proven ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues quickly and effectively.
• Current MSHA.
• Have reliable personal transportation to the site location (transportation at the site will be in company vehicles)

Physical and Work Requirements

1. Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks and work in various conditions.
2. Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50+ pounds.
3. The work environment will involve outside weather conditions such as hot, cold and/or dry conditions.
4. The role requires the physical ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and occasionally climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
5. Chosen candidates will be required to successfully pass a physical and drug screening.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Other Requirements:

Physical – The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities may be required for this position.

Work Environment – The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment will necessitate work near moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions such as hot and/or dry conditions. Work will be conducted in locations where noise, fumes, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration may exist.

Employee will be expected to drive a company vehicle, rental vehicle and/or his/her own vehicle in the course of performing the job, Employee must be able to perform the physical functions of operating a motor vehicle, including use of eyes, ears, arms, hands, legs, and feet. Employee must be able to prove that he/she has a current and valid driver's license.

Why Hudbay?

• At Hudbay, our values of Dignity & Respect, Caring, Openness, and Trustworthiness are embedded into our culture by the way we work and how we interact with one another.
• We pride ourselves in providing our employees with competitive total rewards that include:
  • Annual performance bonuses
  • Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits for you and your family.
  • Company paid Life insurance, AD&D, Short- & Long-term Disability.
  • 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
  • An Employee Share Purchase Plan with contribution matching
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid time off, paid sick time and holiday pay.
• Regular performance appraisals to acknowledge our employees for their contributions, strengths and work well done.

Hudbay is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates may be required to undergo educational and criminal background checks. Chosen candidates will be required to successfully pass a physical and drug screening.