Refinery Industrial Electrician (Electrical Craftsperson)
- Maintain critical electrical systems that support safe, reliable refinery operations
- Apply your technical expertise while contributing to defect elimination and continuous improvement
- Join a collaborative maintenance team based at the Refinery on a straight day or straight night rotation
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 Refinery Industrial Electrician (Electrical Craftsperson) to safely inspect, maintain, troubleshoot and repair electrical assets and systems that are essential to reliable refinery operations. Working within our maintenance and work management framework, you will complete planned and corrective maintenance while providing clear feedback on equipment condition and performance.
This is a hands-on opportunity to apply your technical knowledge, solve equipment challenges and contribute to a team that values safety, collaboration and quality workmanship.
Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor and working within the Refinery Maintenance Team, you will:
What you’ll be doing
- Perform planned, preventive and corrective electrical maintenance in accordance with approved work orders, job instructions and safety requirements.
- Inspect, test, troubleshoot and repair electrical distribution equipment, controls and operating systems to support safe and reliable production.
- Safely isolate electrical systems and verify the absence of voltage, including 13.8 kV distribution, 480 V distribution and control systems, 120/208 V lighting and control systems, and low-voltage controls and instrumentation.
- Identify equipment defects and emerging risks, document accurate findings in the asset management system and escalate issues when required.
- Complete post-maintenance testing and commissioning to confirm equipment is safe, functional and ready to return to service.
- Support defect elimination, failure analysis and asset tactics reviews by sharing practical maintenance and equipment performance insights.
- Coordinate with operations, planners, supervisors and other trades to complete work safely and minimize operational disruption.
- Maintain clean and orderly work areas while contributing to continuous improvement in safety, reliability and maintenance execution.
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, with the discipline to follow electrical isolation, permitting and safe work requirements.
- A recognized electrical trade qualification, completed apprenticeship or equivalent credential required for industrial electrical work in the applicable jurisdiction.
- Practical experience maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing electrical equipment and systems in an industrial, mining, manufacturing or similar operating environment.
- The ability to interpret electrical drawings, work instructions and technical information and apply sound fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to provide clear and accurate maintenance feedback to relevant stakeholders.
Helpful for Success
- Experience using computerized maintenance or asset management systems to document work and equipment condition.
- A valid driver’s license, if required for the work location.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.
What we offer
- A work environment where safety is always the number one priority.
- Competitive hourly pay reflective of your skills and experience, with an annual incentive bonus.
- Access to family-friendly health programs, including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision and life insurance coverage, along with various voluntary benefits.
- An excellent retirement plan, including company contributions and a generous 401(k) matching program.
- An attractive share ownership plan.
- Comprehensive leave policies covering the moments that matter in life, including paid time off, paid holidays and paid bereavement leave.
- A generous parental leave policy that supports quality time with your new family.
- Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to Personify Health, with incentives that support your wellbeing.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program, which provides confidential counselling or expert guidance for you and your family through life’s challenges.
Where you’ll be working
Our Kennecott operation is a world-class, fully integrated copper mining and processing operation located just outside Salt Lake City, Utah. It includes a concentrator, smelter and refinery and produces copper, gold, silver, molybdenum and sulfuric acid. Kennecott has been mining and processing minerals from the Bingham Canyon ore body since 1903 and contributes approximately 11 percent of annual U.S. copper production.
Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to the advertised closing 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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Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminum, 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 and meet opportunities.
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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Where can Rio Tinto take you?
You’re passionate and ambitious with tremendous career aspirations. The breadth and growth of our organisation empowers you to define your ideal career path.
Take a look at Katie’s career journey
Take a look at Katie’s career journey
- 2022 - PresentManager Projects - Energy DevelopmentBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
- 2021Superintendent Operations CentreBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
- 2020Development / Drill and Blast SuperintendentPilbara, Western Australia
- 2019Deputy Quarry ManagerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2018Development SupervisorPilbara, Western Australia
- 2017Senior Engineer of Drill, Blast and SurveyPilbara, Western Australia
- 2016Production EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2015Mine scheduler - 2 week plannerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2014Drill and Blast EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2012Graduate Mining EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2022 – PresentManager Projects – Energy DevelopmentBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
- 2021Superintendent Operations CentreBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
- 2020Development / Drill and Blast SuperintendentPilbara, Western Australia
- 2019Deputy Quarry ManagerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2018Development SupervisorPilbara, Western Australia
- 2017Senior Engineer of Drill, Blast and SurveyPilbara, Western Australia
- 2016Production EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2015Mine scheduler – 2 week plannerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2014Drill and Blast EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2012Graduate Mining EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
Working at Rio Tinto
Help us deliver the materials that make human progress possible.
The plane you’re flying in just landed. You fire up your phone and get your laptop out of the overhead bin. Immediately, you’re in work mode – thousands of miles from your office. Do you ever stop to think about all the materials that make life in the 21st century possible? At Rio Tinto, we discover, develop and deliver the materials that drive human progress. When you work with us, you’ll experience advantages you won’t find anywhere else.
Our application process
01
Apply
The first thing you’ll need to do is apply to the role. You can do this with your LinkedIn profile or you can upload your resume. We’ll also ask you to complete a few questions before you submit your application.
02
Undergo assessments
Our assessments are designed to help us work out whether you are suitable for the role. We will let you know which ones you’ll need to complete.
03
Interview(s)
Our interviews could be in person or online. It’s a great opportunity for us to get to know you a bit better, answer any of your questions and talk about the exciting career opportunity you have applied for.
04
Offers and checks
At this stage, we will let you know if you have been successful. If you have been, we’ll need to conduct a couple of checks, such as a background or security check. You may also need to do a medical assessment depending on the role you have applied for.
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Join the Rio Tinto team
Once the checks have been completed, we’ll be in touch to talk with you about your start date and answer any questions you may have before you start with us.