Tradebe-posted 12 months ago
$18 - $22/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
East Chicago, IN
1,001-5,000 employees
Waste Management and Remediation Services

Tradebe Environmental Services is a global leader in environmental services with US Headquarters in Merrillville, IN. Founded in 1984, Tradebe helps industrial and chemical companies manage the increasing complexity of the waste they generate, ensuring safety for people and the environment. The company is committed to propelling the circular economy and creating a more sustainable world by managing environmental liabilities in a safe and sustainable manner, focusing on reusing or recycling raw materials and energy, and meeting customers' environmental goals. Tradebe has 30 sites in the United States and serves a broad range of markets, including petrochemicals, aerospace, and hospitals, with unparalleled safety and quality standards. As an SDS Operator Trainee, you will assist with the operations of the Solids Distillation System (SDS) and the Distillation Column during a one-year training period. After completing the training, you will have the opportunity to take an assessment to become an SDS Operator. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and have prior experience operating equipment.

  • Uphold Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) compliance by ensuring all operations adhere to relevant regulations, standards, and internal policies.
  • Assist the SDS supervisor with all essential duties and responsibilities during the training period.
  • Monitor all operations related to SDS and Distillation Column and make adjustments as needed to ensure safe and efficient continued operations.
  • Troubleshoot all aspects of the thermal desorption unit and assist in troubleshooting all aspects of the distillation column.
  • Complete hourly data logs and walkthroughs and update supervisor on the status of all operations; review operations and make suggestions for improvements.
  • Ensure cleanliness of the entire unit and surrounding area at the end of each shift; navigate through all computer operations systems as they pertain to SDS, Distillation, and the SAP.
  • Assist in loading and unloading inbound and outbound tankers.
  • Perform Confined Space Entries and follow all other company policies including Hot Works, LOTO, etc.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Basic knowledge of thermal desorption units is preferred.
  • Prior experience operating equipment.
  • Must successfully pass the SDS Operator Trainee aptitude examination.
  • Understand and adhere to all safety rules.
  • Ability to work the schedule for which you are hired.
  • Ability to work on-site as described in the job description.
  • Ability to read, write, and understand English.
  • Competitive pay and benefits
  • Student loan repayment assistance
  • Generous vacation and sick plans
  • Medical (including telehealth), dental and vision
  • 401k Retirement match
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
  • Health savings accounts (HSA)
  • Agency paid, basic life and AD&D insurance
  • Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities
  • Leadership opportunities
  • Great work environment and culture
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