Utility Operator

Utilities Specialist

Smurfit Westrock Solvay Mill is seeking a Utilities Specialist for their Water Recycling Facility. The Utilities Technician supports the mill through operation and maintenance of the boiler system, water treatment facility and chiller systems.

Pay Range:

$40.30/hour - $46.05/hour

Starting rate is $40.30/hour; employees progress through pay range upon completion of training.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:

• Perform tasks as assigned to support line team emergent needs
• Know and follow all Safety, Mill and ISO procedures
• Perform shutdown/startup tasks as assigned
• Attend and participate in HSG and Team Meetings
• Operate Industrial mobile equipment
• Perform and document mobile equipment inspections
• Writes work order requests as required
• Operate various computer programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Panther System, Etc.
• Conducts proper shift relief
• Maintain shift logs
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

What you need to succeed:

• Minimum high school diploma/GED and 4 years' experience with operations and maintenance of wastewater treatment OR boilers and steam generating systems
• Must have safety conscious work habits
• Effective interpersonal and team skills
• Effective trouble-shooter with ability to plan, organize, and execute work
• Possess initiative; attention to detail; follow-through
• Possess demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to analyze complex operational problems in emergency situations
• Computer literate
• Capable of entering and working in a confined space

What we offer:

• Corporate culture based on Integrity, Respect, Accountability and Excellence
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.