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Rio Tinto

Graduate-Hydrogeologist

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$66K - $84K/yr

This requisition is for a role of Graduate Hydrogeologist based at Rio Tinto Kennecott in Salt Lake City, Utah. We are an open, connected international team of technical specialists using some of the ...

Rio Tinto

Intern-Environmental Engineer

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$16.50 - $20.75/hr

We are offering a 3-month internship opportunity in Environmental Engineering at Rio Tinto Kennecott in Salt Lake City, Utah . We are an open, connected international team of technical specialists ...

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Graduate-Hydrogeologist

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$66K - $84K/yr

This requisition is for a role of Graduate Hydrogeologist based at Rio Tinto Kennecott in Salt Lake City, Utah. We are an open, connected international team of technical specialists using some of the ...

Rio Tinto

Haul Truck Operator

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

Haul Truck Operator Permanent, full-time employment with a leading global mining company at Kennecott Utah Copper, located just outside Salt Lake City, Utah. Balanced work-life rhythm with a rotating ...

Rio Tinto

Intern-Mechanical Engineer

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$18.25 - $24.50/hr

We are offering a 3-month internship opportunity in Mechanical Engineering at Rio Tinto Kennecott in Salt Lake City, Utah . We are an open, connected international team of technical specialists using ...

SF Demo - Rio Tinto

Intern-Hydrogeologist

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

We are offering a 3-month internship opportunity as a Hydrogeologist at Rio Tinto Kennecott in Salt Lake City, Utah . We are an open, connected international team of technical specialists using some ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for kennecott in the United States is $30.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.20 and $32.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Kennecott job refers to employment at Kennecott, a mining operation owned by Rio Tinto in Utah, primarily focused on copper production. Jobs at Kennecott range from engineering and equipment operation to environmental management and administrative roles. Employees work in a highly technical and safety-focused environment, contributing to one of the world's largest open-pit mining operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a Kennecott position?

To thrive in a role at Kennecott, such as a mining equipment operator or engineer, you need strong technical knowledge of mining processes, safety protocols, and relevant industry regulations, often supported by a degree or specialized certifications in mining or engineering. Proficiency in operating heavy machinery, mining-specific software, and familiarity with OSHA safety standards is typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and effective problem-solving are essential soft skills that distinguish top performers in this field. These capabilities are vital for maintaining operational efficiency, ensuring workplace safety, and optimizing production workflows in a large-scale mining environment.

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Employees at Kennecott can expect to work in a dynamic industrial environment, often split between outdoor mine sites and indoor facilities or control rooms, depending on their specific role. Shift work is common, with schedules that may include days, nights, and weekends to support 24/7 operations, especially for production and equipment operators. Team members work closely with supervisors, safety personnel, and maintenance crews to ensure safe and efficient mining operations. The company emphasizes a strong safety culture and provides ongoing training to help employees adapt to evolving technologies and industry best practices.

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Kennecott Utah Copper, which operates the Kennecott mine, employs approximately 2,500 workers. The workforce includes skilled laborers, engineers, and support staff working in a large-scale mining environment that requires safety training and technical skills.
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Technician, Feed & Byproducts Maintenance

Rio Tinto

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Rio Tinto rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 32 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

10th of 41 rated mining

Job description

Technician, Feed & Byproducts Maintenance
  • Support safe and reliable asset performance at Rio Tinto Kennecott
  • Help identify equipment issues early through monitoring, sampling, and testing
  • Work at a world-class copper operation near Salt Lake City, Utah

We're Finding Better Ways™ to provide materials the world needs, now and in the future. Our values, care, courage and curiosity, guide how we work and how we treat each other.
About the role
We are looking for a Maintenance Operations Technician / Technician, Feed & Byproducts Maintenance to help our maintenance operations team support equipment reliability across Rio Tinto Kennecott. In this role, you will collect and record asset health information that supports preventative maintenance programs and helps our teams make informed maintenance decisions.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on technical work, follows safe and consistent work practices, and wants to contribute to the long-term performance of critical mining and processing assets.
What you'll be doing
Reporting to the Maintenance Operations leadership team and working in a safety-focused, collaborative maintenance environment, you will be:
  • Applying monitoring, sampling, and testing techniques to gather asset health data for fixed and mobile plant equipment
  • Recording and maintaining accurate data to support preventative maintenance programs and asset management decisions
  • Identifying potential asset defects within established parameters and escalating concerns to the appropriate team members
  • Preparing asset condition and performance information to support planned maintenance and reliability improvements
  • Following standardized work routines, safety requirements, and site procedures while completing inspections and testing activities
  • Sharing observations, trends, and improvement opportunities that may help improve equipment reliability and performance
  • Coaching or supporting less experienced team members when needed

About you
We're looking for someone whose experience aligns with the key requirements below. You do not need to meet every helpful for success item to apply. If you bring relevant experience and are excited by the opportunity, we encourage you to submit an application.
Required for Success
  • A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
  • Practical experience with equipment monitoring, sampling, testing, inspections, or similar maintenance support activities
  • Ability to follow standardized work routines and complete accurate, timely records
  • Ability to interpret basic asset health data and identify potential defects within established parameters
  • Basic understanding of asset management principles, preventative maintenance, or reliability programs
  • Current authorization to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Helpful for Success
  • Technical qualification, trade background, or equivalent on-the-job experience in maintenance, operations, mining, manufacturing, processing, or a related environment
  • Experience supporting teammates through coaching, guidance, or knowledge sharing

What we offer
Be recognized for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you have helped the world progress.
  • A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
  • Competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with an annual incentive bonus
  • Access to top-tier family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and various voluntary benefits
  • Excellent retirement plan including up to 6% defined company contribution and a generous 401(k) matching program
  • Attractive share ownership plan
  • Comprehensive leave policies which cover all the moments that matter in life, including paid time off, paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave
  • A generous parental leave policy, which ensures you are able to spend quality time with your new family
  • Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to Personify Health with incentives supporting your wellbeing
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program, which provides confidential counselling or expert guidance for you and your family to help get through life's challenges

Where you'll be working
Our Kennecott mine is a world-class, fully integrated copper mining operation, including a concentrator, smelter, and refinery, located just outside Salt Lake City, Utah, in the United States. We produce copper, precious metals including gold and silver, molybdenum, and sulfuric acid. Kennecott has been mining and processing minerals from the rich ore body of the Bingham Canyon Mine since 1903 and is one of the top producing mines in the world, comprising approximately 11 percent of U.S. annual copper production.
Applications close on 8/10/26 (Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to this date).
About Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.
We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs - striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can't do it on our own, so we're focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.
Respect and Inclusion
Rio Tinto is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel safe, respected and valued. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome but are essential to our success. We treat all our people fairly and with dignity.
Rio Tinto participates in E- Verify to confirm work authorization. Please visit http://www.ucis.gov/ for more information.

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