Industrial Dewatering Operator

WM; Martinez (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401(k) with company match

Stock purchase plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Personal days

Job summary

WM is seeking a Refinery & Petrochemical Process Tech I in Martinez, CA to operate and maintain process equipment including Thermal Desorption and Centrifuge Technology. The role emphasizes safety, routine maintenance, and accurate record-keeping.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED, basic safety training, and the ability to work outdoors. The position may require weekend and night shifts and pre-employment drug testing where required by customers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• TWIC Card required.
• Forklift Certification required.
• Basic Plus Safety Training.
• OSHA Hazardous Material training a plus.
• Pre-assignment drug/alcohol testing may be required.
• Must not be color blind.
• Must be able to operate an all-terrain forklift.
• Work outdoors in inclement weather.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Ensures Health and Safety is the top priority by following policies and acting safely.
• Assists job site construction.
• Operates and maintains site process equipment.
• Records and maintains daily operations and preventive maintenance logs.

Skills

Safety awareness

All-terrain forklift operation

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Summary

The Refinery & Petrochemical Process Tech I is primarily responsible for operating and maintaining process equipment. This person will be required to safely operate Thermal Desorption Technology, Centrifuge Technology and/or chemical treatment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Ensures Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and acting in a safe manner at all times.
• Assists job site construction.
• Operates and maintains site process equipment.
• Records and maintains daily operations and preventive maintenance logs.

Qualifications

Physical Requirements

• Education and Experience
• Education: High School Diploma or GED (accredited).
• Experience: No prior work experience required (in addition to education requirement).
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements
• TWIC Card.
• Forklift Certification.
• Basic Plus Safety Training.
• OSHA Hazardous Material training a plus.
• Pre-assignment and/or pre-hire customer-specific drug and/or alcohol testing may be required by certain customer-contract requirements. Such testing may include urinalysis, oral swab, drug hair follicle testing and/or alcohol testing.
• Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required
• Must not be color blind.
• Must have the ability to operate an all-terrain forklift.
• Must be willing to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions for extended periods.
• Computer proficiency skills to include Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Base shift schedule is Monday - Friday from 6 am - 6 pm. routinely. Additional weekend and alternating night shifts may be required.
• Additional call out hours for Saturdays and Sundays are expected, with longer working hours required during turnarounds or upsets.

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

The expected base pay range for this position across the U.S. is $26.00 - 29.00 per hour. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location

Benefits

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.