**Now hiring! Utility Technician** **Central, SC** We are looking for a Utility Technician to join our Performance Materials team in Central. **Come create chemistry with us!** The Performance Materials division is at the forefront of the much-needed sustainability transformation in plastics. Our experts co-create products with customers to bring innovations to major industry sectors such as transportation, consumer goods, industrial applications, and construction. These solutions contribute to a sustainable future by pushing the boundaries in thermal resistance, robustness and lightweight applications. The BASF Performance Materials business responds quickly to customer needs, without cutting corners to sacrifice safety or quality. The business services a wide range of customers in many different markets from automotive, construction, refrigeration, appliances, etc. The operators within the Clemson Site must adapt to change safely, quickly, and efficiently while maintaining the highest quality requirements. The Utility Technician is responsible for the operation of critical utilities equipment that supports the manufacturing of blended resin systems for foam applications to meet our customer needs. **This role follows a rotating 12-hour shift schedule, providing approximately 13 to 14 days off each month due to the shift rotation. **During your 12-hour shift as a Utility Technician, you will** + Be responsible for the operation, monitoring, and date collection of the steam generating equipment, the compressed air systems, the refrigeration equipment systems, the water filtration plant, and the wastewater treatment plant. Daily and shift inspections required. + Collect and test samples for various equipment such as boilers, cooling towers, water filtration systems, and wastewater systems. Add water treatment chemical as required. + Collect samples and conduct inspections for site environmental compliance programs such as stormwater. + Start, stop, and switch equipment as needed for production and maintenance. Lockout equipment for maintenance, as required. + Clean equipment, clarifiers, and filters in all areas of Utilities. Good housekeeping practices are expected. + Be an integral part of the site’s safety culture. Utility Technician will also be required to master a certain number of standard operating procedures and participate in several safety programs. + Need to be capable to understand EPA/OSHA requirements. + Need to have or be able to work towards having a wastewater certification by the State of South Carolina. **If you...** + Possess a High School Diploma (2 Year technical degree preferred) + Have a valid driver license + Have good Communication Skills and a high level of attention to detail + Are able to lift at least 50lbs. + Able to obtain a wastewater certification by the State of South Carolina. (B license or higher preferred) **Create your own chemistry with you@BASF** At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call **you@BASF** . We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment. Just some of the many benefits we offer include: + Flexible work arrangements whenever possible + Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options + Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members + Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more) + Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages + Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive + Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities. + Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens + Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more! **About us** As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years! At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career. Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF **Privacy statement** BASF takes security & data privacy very seriously. We will never request financial information of any kind via email, private text message or direct message on any social medial platform or job board. Furthermore, we will never send a candidate a check for equipment or request any type of payment during the job application process. If you have experienced any of the above, please contact myhr@basf.com to report fraud. **Equal employment opportunities** We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.