Senior Utilities Technician-Kingstree, SC.

DSM-Firmenich AG; Kingstree (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

18 PTO days

14 paid company holidays

Medical, dental, vision, and life on 1

401(k) with 4% match

Bonuses

On-site benefits and growth

Job summary

dsm-firmenich in Kingstree, SC is seeking a Senior Technician, Utilities to oversee chillers, boilers, air compressors, cooling towers, well systems, refrigeration, and HVAC. You will perform rounds, preventive maintenance, and assist with system upgrades, while keeping records and supporting sustainability initiatives.

You will join a safety-driven team, work on-site, and be eligible for a robust benefits package including time off, health coverage, and a strong 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience with utility systems.
• Willingness to obtain Universal EPA Certification within one year.
• Ability to work on-call and overtime as needed.
• Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and communication skills.
• General Grounds & Facility maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily rounds and monitor all site utility systems.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and inspections to identify issues.
• Assist with installation, commissioning, and upgrades of utility systems.
• Keep accurate records and generate reports for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with a team to deliver projects on time and to high standards.
• Recommend energy-efficient solutions to reduce costs and improve sustainability.
• Support buildings and grounds teams with needed assistance.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Organizational skills

Communication skills

On-call readiness

Facility maintenance

EPA certification plan

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Senior Technician, UtilitiesLocation: Kingstree, SC, US7am-4:00pm ( On Call )As a Senior Technician, Utilities, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our site’s utility systems, including chillers, boilers, air compressors, cooling towers, well systems, refrigeration, and HVAC systems. Your expertise will help prevent downtime, optimize performance, and keep our operations running at peak efficiency.Your key responsibilitiesPerform daily rounds and monitor all site utility systems.Conduct preventive maintenance and inspections to identify and resolve issues before they become problems.Assist with installation, commissioning, and upgrades of utility systems.Keep accurate records and generate reports to support continuous improvement.Collaborate with a skilled team to deliver projects on time and to the highest standards.Recommend energy-efficient solutions to reduce costs and improve sustainability.Support buildings and grounds teams with any assistance needed.We offerGenerous time off – Enjoy 18 PTO days plus 14 paid company holidays.Day-one benefits – Full medical, dental, vision, and life insurance starting your first day.Robust retirement plan – 401(k) with 4% automatic contribution and 100% match on your first 4%.Performance rewards – Earn bonuses for your contributions and results.Collaborative culture – Join a team that values safety, innovation, and working together.Growth opportunities – Develop your skills and work on diverse systems that keep operations running.You bringHigh school diploma (or equivalent).5+ years of industrial maintenance experience with utility systems to include Chillers, boilers, air compressors, cooling towers, Well systems, refrigeration, and HVAC systems.Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and communication skills.Willingness to obtain Universal EPA Certification within one year.Ability to work on-call and overtime as needed.General Grounds & Facility maintenance. Commitment to safety.The salary or hourly wage scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. Salary $60,000-$80,000.In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.About dsm-firmenichAt dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day.Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statementAt dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building.A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.Agency statementWe’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.