Job Description
Job Description
Environmental Technician
Date : Jul 9, 2025
Location : Helvetia, AZ
Company : Copper World, Inc.
Role Title :
Environmental Technician
Reports to :
Manager, Environment and Permitting
Direct Reports : No
Job Type : Full-time, Regular
Location : Sahuarita, 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.
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.
Hudbay Minerals Inc. is a dynamic, fast-growing, global mining company with operations in Canada, Peru, and the United States. The US Business Unit is seeking an Environmental Technician for the Copper World Project in southern Arizona. The Environmental Technician will assist with fieldwork, surveys, sampling and other environmental support functions as needed.
The position is located on-site at the Copper World Project, approximately 45 minutes south of Tucson.
ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES :
Surface water, groundwater, stormwater, and soil sampling in support of environmental compliance programs and permitting.
Ensuring compliance and assessing impacts associated with an industrial processing facility and construction site.
Monitoring of plant emissions, waste management and process related environmental aspects.
Field survey work to include vegetation, rangeland and spring monitoring.
Conduct field environmental compliance inspections of work areas and job sites.
Assist with remedial activities for contaminated soil or water.
Assist with calibration, maintenance and troubleshooting of automated environmental monitoring equipment.
Assist with the installation and maintenance of erosion and stormwater pollution controls to comply with regulatory permit requirements.
Ability to learn navigation, GPS data collection, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications to locate sampling or survey sites.
Data collection and entry, QA / QC, records management and preparation of reports.
Perform other administrative duties as necessary to meet compliance requirements.
Use of electronic data management and compliance reporting software.
Ability to work outdoors in remote areas on a regular basis in all weather conditions.
QUALIFICATIONS :
Previous experience, knowledge or education in applied sciences, environmental, or related scientific field preferred but not required.
Previous mine site or industrial processing facility experience a plus.
Able to work both in a team environment and independently.
Must be self-motivated and organized with attention to details.
Ability to operate light vehicles, including UTVs, on trails and off-road terrain.
Experience with data management and maintaining confidentiality preferred.
Excellent communication skills.
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.
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Environmental Technician • Sahuarita, AZ, US