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Job Description

Overview:

Starting pay will be determined based on the applicant’s current South Carolina Waste Water License status.

+ Applicants without a license, regardless of current pay, will start at the **Trainee** rate (G24 / A17).

+ Pay increases will be tied to obtaining the required licenses and certifications through the State of South Carolina.

Due to current business needs, the extensive training required, and the length of time necessary to become certified in Waste Water Treatment, we will pursue a combination of internal promotions and external hiring. External candidates who already hold “Trainee” status through SC LLR will help us meet both current and future internal and external customer demands.

Applicants already registered as trainees will receive first consideration.

Position Requirements:

This is a **Waste Water** **Treatment Operator Trainee** position. The successful candidate must be committed to progressing through the certification levels (Trainee → D → C → B Operator).

+ Progression from one level to the next typically takes approximately one year.

+ Full progression from Trainee to “B” License (covering both physical/chemical and biological operations) is expected to take about five years.

+ Advancement depends on individual initiative, including completing required education, training, and successfully passing a series of State-administered exams (through SC Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation).

Primary Responsibilities:

+ Daily operation and maintenance of the Waste Water Treatment Facility

+ Management of hazardous waste systems

+ Inspection and operation of fire protection systems

+ Performance of other related duties as needed

+ Support team objectives and carry out tasks as directed by the Operations Leader

Qualifications:

+ Priority consideration will be given to applicants with SC LLR Trainee documentation

+ Ability to pass all required testing through the SC Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation

+ Ability to successfully complete RCRA (hazardous waste) training

+ Strong written and verbal communication skills

+ Mechanical and electrical aptitude preferred

+ **Internal candidates only:**

+ Must meet minimum time-in-position requirements

+ Must have received a "Meets Expectations" or higher rating on the most recent performance appraisal

+ Must not have had disciplinary action within the past 12 months

_In accordance with internal hiring policy, qualified internal candidates from the Greenville location will be given priority consideration before external applicants are reviewed_ .

Pay Rate: The pay for this position is $28.522 - $32.157. This position is also eligible for shift premium when you work on an off shift i.e. 2nd or 3rd shift. Plus $1.00 USD an hour on top of base pay. This posting is expected to close on May 27th, 2025.

Competitive benefits package to include:

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

At GE, we are always searching for great talent. While we might not have a specific job for you today, we want to know about you when we do. As actual openings become available, you may be contacted to discuss a potential opportunity

GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.