Wastewater Technician

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Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home. 

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Position Overview

Thermo King has an opportunity for a Wastewater Treatment (WWT) Operator at our Greenville, SC location.  WWT operators perform technical duties related to Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS).  A WWT operator runs equipment, controls the processes, and monitors the facility to treat process wastewater and convert back to a safe, permit-required level, before discharge into our local water treatment facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Operates and maintains water and/or wastewater treatment equipment, ensuring compliance with state and federal environmental protection limits
• Obtain water samples and perform testing to determine proper chemical feed rates
• Understanding of basic water treatment methods and desired outcomes
• Ensure safety standards and permit requirements are met
• Inspect, clean, and perform preventative maintenance on treatment plant equipment on a regular basis
• Monitors equipment for potential failures and submits maintenance request for any needed repairs.
• Monitor operating conditions, meters, and gauges, and lab equipment
• Ability to interpret, as well as stay current with environmental laws and regulations

• Develop pro-active and effective operating procedures
• Maintains detailed documentation of operations and other recordkeeping as required
• Maintain good housekeeping standards with equipment and work area

• Must be able to define problem areas, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Experience using Microsoft Office programs including excel, word, power point, outlook, and internet explorer.
• Perform other duties as they pertain to Environmental, Health, and Safety.

• A high level of integrity is critical, as well as strong complex problem-solving and excellent listening skills.

Other responsibilities as assigned including those to assure safe, efficient operations of the plant.

This is a general description and is not intended to be all inclusive.

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent. Some college helpful
• Wastewater Operator License Class “B” level or higher. (Thermo King will provide additional training and licensing as required).
• Must have a working knowledge of lab equipment
• Must be self-directed and able to adjust priorities accordingly, without being prompted, based on risk and business needs.
• Must be able to work all shifts, including any weekend work
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow regulations and other process procedures
• Demonstrated attention to detail while documenting process information

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT   

Lifting Requirements: 0 - 50 lbs.

Substance Exposures: Acids, bases, Bio-cides.

Exposure to:  Cold and hot temperatures, Indoor and outdoor environments and Day and night activities as required to maintain compliance and support business operations.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

Compensation Type:

Incentive Eligible:

Sales Commission Eligible:

Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience,  travel requirements, and union designation.   Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country.  Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Thrive at work and at home:

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
• Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

Disclaimer:  Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.

Safety Sensitive Role:

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.