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Security Officer

Freeport-McMoRan
Leadville, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 4/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/29/2026
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.

Where You Will Work 

Climax Molybdenum is the world’s leading producer of molybdenum and has a long, successful history of doing business safely, efficiently and responsibly. We have operated in Colorado for more than 100 years, with mining and milling operations near Leadville, Kremmling and Empire. Our Climax Mine is located between Frisco and Leadville – the seat of Lake County and the highest incorporated city in the United States. 

Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $1,450 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines.  

At an elevation of over 10,000 feet, the rich historic town of Leadville is surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Our employees and their families can enjoy hiking, camping, ultramarathon activities, skiing, and boating in the area. Some attractions in Leadville include the National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum, Ski Cooper, Tennessee Pass Cookhouse, Tabor Opera House and the Leadville National Fish Hatchery. With the abundant outdoor recreation and numerous schools and amenities in the area, take a chance to advance your career with Climax Molybdenum and live life at the top! Visit Welcome to Leadville, Colorado to learn more.  

What You Will Do

  • Perform a variety of patrol, security, emergency response and customer service duties at assigned location.
  • Greet and log in all visitors and vendors at entrance gate
    • Notify appropriate personnel or department of arrival
    • Direct visitors and vendors to destination
    • Enforce company policies and procedures
  • Perform frequent patrols of the property
    • Walk, bicycles, or drives vehicle on irregularly scheduled rounds of property
    • Observe conditions of equipment, grounds and facilities
    • Pick up litter or debris as needed, or arranges clean-up with maintenance crews
    • Report damages or areas in need of repair to the Maintenance Supervisor
  • Conduct surveillance of locations or areas in which vandalism or criminal activities have been noted
  • Assist with and trained for emergency situations
    • Collaborate with police officers in the prevention of crime
    • Work with fire response units for fire suppression, and with medical emergency response units in the event of emergency situations, at the assigned location
  • Provide basic emergency medical response (e.g. performs CPR, gives basic first aid) when needed
  • Perform other duties as required

What You Bring To Freeport

  • Current CPR and first aid certifications, as required by specific site location
  • Skilled in responding appropriately to emergency and conflict situations
  • Knowledge of site rules, regulations, policies and procedures
  • Knowledgeable of the site topography and locations of emergency equipment and access points
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Preferred Qualifications

  • High School diploma or GED
  • Previous Security experience in an industrial or mining environment

What We Offer You

The estimated pay range for this role is currently $16.50 - $21.50/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. Click here to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role. 

  • Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $1,450 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines
  • Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits 
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance 
  • 401(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 
  • Learn more 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, 365-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 HRSC@fmi.com .

Salary : $17 - $22

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