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Environmental Systems Operator

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Koppers Inc.

Florence, SC (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/18/2026

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Primary Duties Complies with all plant administrative rules. Complies with all applicable operating procedures. Obeys the plant safety rules. Knowledgeable regarding preservative handling and wastewater treatment. Obtain and maintain SC Class "D" Biological Wastewater Treatment Plant License. Perform all tests for Biological and Chemical Wastewater Treatment Plant. Maintain all daily and weekly logs. Performs housekeeping in wastewater plant areas including, sumps, floors, and equipment. Performs preventative maintenance on all pumps, valves, and equipment pertaining to the wastewater system. Working knowledge of drum/waste handling procedures and labeling. Performs other duties as assigned. Performs all required SH&E responsibilities. This employee may or will manage hazardous waste. RCRA Hazardous Waste Training Requirements and Outline For new employees: Initial training must take place before assignment to a job involving hazardous waste. Employees who have not yet received this training must be supervised at all times.
Refresher training:
Koppers requires annual refresher training for all employees that will or may manage hazardous waste. Training Curriculum (For a more in-depth curriculum please see
K-SHE-006
Regulatory Training Guidance on Sharepoint): Familiarize employees with the purpose and content of the RCRA Contingency Plan (SPCC,PPC,SPCC,ERP,etc). Instruct employees on correct hazardous waste management and handling. Discuss the records and documentation and that are required for hazardous waste management activities. Discuss the proper management of used oil and universal waste. Instruct employees on the principles and promote employee discussion of specific opportunities for waste minimization. Inform the employees of steps they should take if they notice problems at the facility related to hazardous waste management. SH&E Responsibilities Comply with all SH&E regulations and corporate and plant SH&E policies and procedures. Promptly and properly reports all incidents, injuries, damages, spills and/or releases. Promptly reports and, if possible, corrects all unsafe acts and/or conditions. Wears protective equipment (PPE) required by the applicable PPE hazard. Assists in cleaning catch basins, troughs, filters, and sumps. Manage hazardous waste produced from waste water and stored in appropriate properly labeled container. Requirements & Qualifications Pass preemployment medical screening. Qualified as a powered industrial equipment operator. Must obtain a SC Class "D" Biological Wastewater Treatment Plant License within permitted time. Trained as authorized personnel and/or affected personnel for lockout/tagout. Authorized as a permit confined space attendant and/or entrant. Demonstrates acceptable retention level for the required training elements by receiving a Level 5 or above on a Work Keys Test for Literacy and Applied Math. Trained to handle hazardous waste. DOT Hazmat Training Medically cleared to wear required respiratory protection. Training Needed General Plant Safety Rules. PPE Program Quality & Nonconformance. Medical Records Access Emergency Response & ICP Hearing Protection Respiratory Protection Blood Borne Pathogens Asbestos Awareness
RCRA, NPDES, SWPPP, SPCC, YDCP
Operations Drip Pad Operations Confined Space Awareness HazCom
LOTO DOT
Security SH&E Awareness Code of Conduct, Workplace Violence, Harassment Railroad Safety Fall Protection Fire Extinguisher Koppers, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is an integrated global provider of treated wood products, wood treatment chemicals and carbon compounds. Its products and services are used in a variety of niche applications in a diverse range of end-markets, including the railroad, specialty chemical, utility, residential lumber, agriculture, aluminum, steel, rubber, and construction industries. With more than 1,800 employees, it serves its customers through a comprehensive global manufacturing and distribution network, with facilities located in North America, South America, Australasia, China and Europe. Koppers is also firmly committed to advancing a Zero Harm culture that places the care and protection of its people, environment and communities above all else. This focused approach empowers employees to ensure safe operations through a heightened awareness of process safety, product safety, environmental stewardship and security. Koppers was established in December 1988 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and became a publicly-traded company listed on the New York Stock Exchange in 2006. You can view our privacy policy here - http://www.koppers.com/pages/privacy-policy

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