Wastewater Technician

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.

Work location:

On‑Site, 5 days per week.

• Operates and maintains water and/or wastewater treatment equipment, ensuring compliance with state and federal environmental protection limits.
• Obtains water samples and performs testing to determine proper chemical feed rates.
• Applies understanding of basic water treatment methods and desired outcomes.
• Ensures safety standards and permit requirements are met.
• Inspects, cleans, and performs preventative maintenance on treatment plant equipment on a regular basis.
• Monitors equipment for potential failures and submits maintenance requests for needed repairs.
• Monitors operating conditions, meters, gauges, and lab equipment.
• Interprets and stays current with environmental laws and regulations.
• Develops proactive and effective operating procedures.
• Maintains detailed documentation of operations and other recordkeeping as required.
• Maintains good housekeeping standards with equipment and work area.
• Defines problem areas, collects data, establishes facts, and draws valid conclusions.
• Uses Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet explorer.
• Performs other duties as they pertain to Environmental, Health, and Safety.
• Supports safe, efficient operations of the plant as assigned.

• 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).
• Working knowledge of lab equipment.
• Self‑directed and able to adjust priorities accordingly, without prompting, based on risk and business needs.
• Ability 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.

• Lifting requirements: 0 – 50 lbs.
• Substance exposures: acids, bases, biocides.
• Exposure to cold and hot temperatures, indoor and outdoor environments, day and night activities as required to maintain compliance and support business operations.

Hourly base pay range: $24.00 per hour.

• Health insurance and holistic wellness programs.
• Family building benefits, including fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• 401(k) match up to 6% plus an additional 2% core contribution (up to 8% company contribution).
• Paid time off: 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options for volunteer and parental leave.
• Educational and training opportunities, tuition assistance, and student debt support.

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.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to our candidates and employees who may need assistance with application or recruitment processes due to disability or impairment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at: .

Safety Sensitive Role:
Yes.