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Utility Operator I

Smurfit Westrock, Syracuse, NY, United States


Utilities Specialist
Smurfit Westrock Solvay Mill seeks 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

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

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.

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