Joe Acosta
Senior Supervisor Mine Operations-Safford

Spend time to develop your people and build on our basics. A solid foundation promotes sustainable performance.

David Brence
Engineering Manager-Chino

Don’t be scared of trying something new or even something seemingly familiar but in a different environment, department or industry. Many times, we tend to view jobs with preconceived biases that are often not totally correct, and by embracing the change, it will broaden your skill base. Don’t be afraid to continuously learn as you try new opportunities. As a side benefit, that broadened skill base will likely open many other opportunities going forward.

Ruth Fox
Senior Administrative Assistant-Chino

Find something you are passionate about and pursue it. I, unfortunately due to the loss of my brother here at Chino, became more passionate about safety, wanting to ensure no other families had to suffer the loss of a loved one in a mining accident. So, whatever I can do toward that end, I’ll do my best.

Meagan Graham
Senior Environmental Scientist-Climax

Find people you can learn from that can help expand your knowledge; they might not always be in your same field. Take the time to listen, and think about new things to keep learning. Don’t be afraid to ask questions; it’s likely the best way to learn. Take opportunities that arise even if they seem outside your normal scope or interests.

Matt Hancock
Environmental Scientist I-Morenci

Focus on serving others and always speaking positively about them. People will remember you helping them when you weren’t required to. Never hesitate to ask for help. Collaboration is key to career success. Clearly identify career goals and vocalize them to leadership. Get out in the field as much as possible to build relationships and better understand the mine/processing sites. Embrace constructive feedback as a tool for growth; sometimes others see improvement opportunities that are unseen to you.

Aaron Kelso
Supervisor Site Services-Climax

Slow down. Take it all in. Life is a short journey. Do not be afraid to try new things and step out of your comfort zone with your career, and just have some faith. In my experience, all the worry is usually a wasted emotion, and it all works out in the end.

Tommy Maldonado
Mine Maintenance Senior Supervisor-Tyrone

If you want something, be it a promotion or learning how to TIG (tungsten inert gas) weld, communicate it with someone that can help to achieve it. Don’t wait for it to come to you.

Theo Perkins
Environmental Scientist II-El Paso

Communicate effectively. Project management will play a larger role than expected, so continue to develop those interpersonal skills, and learn to lead a multidisciplinary team toward a product or goal.

Tina Rodriguez
Senior Supervisor Accounting-Tyrone

Be patient, excel in your current job, and learn from role models you come across in your path.

Nick Schade
Senior Supervisor Mill Operations-Henderson

Maximize your contribution to company-matched ECAP (Employee Capital Accumulation Program for retirement).

Heather Seegmiller
Senior Administrative Assistant-Morenci

My advice to my younger self would be to be confident in your abilities and not to be afraid to take risks. You don’t want to miss opportunities because of lack of self-confidence. You need to know your worth. Enjoy the little moments; don’t take them for granted. Don’t get stuck. Embrace change. It can lead to bigger and better things. Always be willing to learn from everyone around you. If things don’t go the way you have planned, just roll with it.

Jose Sosa
Power Plant Technician-El Paso

In life, there will always be struggles, but keep your head up and keep pushing through your obstacles. Everything works out, even though you may not think it will. Stay positive.