Now hiring! Utility Technician

Central, SC

Night Shift differential

We are looking for a Utility Technician to join our Performance Materials team in Central, SC.

Come create chemistry with us!

During your 12-hour shift as a Utility Technician, you will

• Operate, monitor, and collect data from steam generation equipment, compressed air systems, refrigeration systems, water filtration plants, and wastewater treatment plants. Complete daily and shift inspections.
• Collect and test samples from boilers, cooling towers, water filtration systems, and wastewater systems. Apply water treatment chemicals as required.
• Collect samples and perform inspections to support site environmental compliance programs, including stormwater monitoring.
• Start, stop, switch, and lock out equipment as needed for production and maintenance activities.
• Clean utility equipment, clarifiers, and filters. Maintain high housekeeping standards throughout all utility areas.
• Actively support the site’s safety culture by following safety procedures, mastering required standard operating procedures (SOPs), and participating in safety programs.
• Understand and follow applicable EPA and OSHA requirements.
• Provide vacation coverage, work overtime as needed, and support operational continuity.
• Support production and maintenance activities such as conducting preventive maintenance on utilities equipment, monitoring temperature, and pressure on preloaded trailers, managing rainwater systems through sampling and tank-level monitoring, conducting routine area inspections, other activities as requested
• Obtain and maintain forklift certification.
• Hold, or work toward obtaining, a South Carolina State wastewater certification

If you have...

• High School Diploma (2-year technical degree preferred)
• Valid driver's license
• Good communication skills
• High level of attention to detail
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Ability to obtain a South Carolina State wastewater certification (Class B license or higher).

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

About us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

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Equal employment opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.